Rheumatology Insights
Written by Dr Singh, these articles explore disease insights, real clinical cases and patient experiences, offering clear explanations of rheumatic conditions and their management.
Please note, these posts are for general information only and do not constitute medical advice. Dr Singh would encourage you to speak to your healthcare professional to be assessed and managed for your specific symptoms.
Inflammation: What Rheumatologists Mean — and Why It Is Not Always the Same as What Patients Mean
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.
Joint Pain, Fatigue and Systemic Symptoms After COVID-19 or Other Infections
Persistent joint pain, fatigue or systemic symptoms after COVID-19 or other infections can be post-viral, reactive arthritis or new inflammatory disease. Learn warning signs and when to seek assessment.
When Tests Create More Questions Than Answers
Blood tests and scans are most meaningful when interpreted in the context of symptoms and clinical assessment.
Fibromyalgia: Making Sense of Widespread Pain and Fatigue
Fibromyalgia causes widespread pain, fatigue and sleep problems despite normal tests. Learn how it’s diagnosed and managed using an evidence-based approach.
Joint hypermobility & hypermobility Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) Explained: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Management
A consultant rheumatologist explains joint hypermobility, Beighton scores, pain, fatigue, and evidence-based management options.
Fatigue in Rheumatic Disease: Why It Happens and What Actually Helps
Fatigue is common in rheumatic disease. Learn why it happens, why blood tests may be normal, and what practical strategies can help improve energy.
Does Fatigue Always Mean Autoimmune or Rheumatic Disease?
Does persistent fatigue mean autoimmune or inflammatory disease? Learn when fatigue is concerning, and how it should be assessed.
Blood Tests in Rheumatology: What Do CRP, ESR, ANA and Rheumatoid Factor Really Mean?
What do CRP, ESR, ANA and rheumatoid factor really mean? Learn how symptoms, clinical signs and targeted tests lead to accurate diagnosis.
Chronic Fatigue: Understanding the Causes and Finding a Way Forward
Chronic fatigue can have many causes. Learn how it is assessed, investigated and managed, and when specialist input can help.
Hip Pain and Bursitis: How the Right Care Restores Quality of Life
If hip pain is stopping you from living life fully, don’t assume you just have to put up with it. The right assessment and treatment can make all the difference.