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Osteoarthritis & spondylarthritis is my diagnosis. What type Dr. can I go to for the best treatment?

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January 11, 2024
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For the best treatment of spondyloarthritis, it is recommended to see a rheumatologist. Rheumatologists have specialized training to diagnose and treat spondyloarthritis, and they can help develop a treatment plan tailored to your specific condition, lifestyle, and treatment goals. They are more likely to ask the right Show Full Answer

For the best treatment of spondyloarthritis, it is recommended to see a rheumatologist. Rheumatologists have specialized training to diagnose and treat spondyloarthritis, and they can help develop a treatment plan tailored to your specific condition, lifestyle, and treatment goals. They are more likely to ask the right questions about your medical and family history, look for inflammation and joint pain during a physical exam, and order necessary scans and blood tests to assess inflammation levels in your body.

July 9, 2024
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I would recommend first going to a rheumatologist and then according to your condition, you might have to go to a neurologist, doctor of Physiotherapy, etc. I hope you don't go through a lot of suffering.

January 12, 2024

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