SAIDs such as ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac and celecoxib can reduce pain and inflammation, but safe use depends on the patient, dose and duration. Dr Animesh Singh explains their benefits, limitations, interactions and important risks.

Inflammatory rheumatic disease can affect health beyond the joints. Dr Animesh Singh explains how inflammation, steroids, conventional cardiovascular risk factors and disease control fit together—and what practical prevention should involve.

Autoimmune rheumatic diseases disproportionately affect women, but symptoms may be fragmented, fluctuating or confused with menopause and chronic pain. Dr Animesh Singh explains why diagnosis can take time and how rheumatologists distinguish evolving disease from misleading tests and common mimics.

A consultant rheumatologist explains how colchicine treats gout, its ancient origins, why it does not lower uric acid, gastrointestinal effects, drug interactions and important safety considerations.

Menopause can affect joints, muscles, sleep, fatigue, bone health and cardiovascular risk. For women with rheumatic disease, this can make it difficult to know whether symptoms are hormonal, mechanical or due to an inflammatory flare.

Giant cell arteritis requires rapid assessment because delayed treatment can cause irreversible visual loss. This article explains how history, examination, blood tests, expert vascular ultrasound, biopsy and modern imaging are combined in diagnosis and management.

Allopurinol and febuxostat are both used to lower uric acid in gout, but the choice between them is not one-size-fits-all. This article explains where each fits, what the cardiovascular considerations are, and why treat-to-target follow-up matters.

A consultant rheumatologist explains when X-ray, ultrasound, MRI, PET-CT, DECT, CT and angiographic imaging actually help in inflammatory disease, and why imaging should support expert clinical assessment rather than replace it.

A consultant rheumatologist explains what a positive HLA-B27 blood test can mean, how it relates to inflammatory back pain, psoriasis, uveitis and IBD, and why it is not a diagnosis on its own.

Could dry eyes, dry mouth and joint pain point to Sjögren’s syndrome? A consultant rheumatologist explains sicca symptoms, blood tests, connective tissue disease features and when specialist review may help.

Thinking about denosumab (Prolia) for osteoporosis? A consultant rheumatologist explains where it fits, blood tests, dental issues, injection timing, side effects, and why stopping needs a plan.

Gout is not just about painful flares. A consultant rheumatologist explains the link between gout, high uric acid and cardiovascular risk, and why recurrent gout deserves a long-term plan.

What is a rheumatologist, what do they do, and when should you see one? A consultant rheumatologist and general physician explains the symptoms, conditions and situations where specialist assessment may help.

Can a rheumatologist assess you properly by video? A consultant rheumatologist explains when private video consultations work well, how to prepare, when face-to-face is better, and how urgent appointments may sometimes be arranged.

When do steroid injections help joint or soft tissue pain? A consultant rheumatologist explains when they are useful, how they are performed, recovery afterwards, and why they are rarely the whole answer.

When is a second opinion in rheumatology worthwhile? A consultant rheumatologist explains what another expert review can add, from diagnosis and treatment clarity to reassurance and future planning.

Can diet help rheumatic disease? A consultant rheumatologist explains where food may support symptoms and health, and where dietary claims go too far.

Patients often use “inflammation” to describe pain, stiffness or fatigue. In rheumatology, the term has a more specific meaning. Here is why the difference matters.

Thinking about turmeric, glucosamine, collagen, vitamin D or other supplements? This guide reviews the evidence in rheumatology, bone health and fatigue, with practical advice for patients.

A patient guide to bisphosphonates for osteoporosis (alendronic acid, risedronate): how they work, who they’re for, how to take them, side effects, drug holidays, and what to consider if they’re not suitable.