Rheumatology Insights
Written by Dr Animesh Singh, Consultant Rheumatologist in London, these articles provide patient-friendly explanations of joint pain, inflammatory arthritis, gout, osteoporosis, autoimmune disease, vasculitis, blood tests and rheumatology treatments. They also include selected clinical insights and patient experiences to help explain how rheumatic conditions are assessed and managed.
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.
What Is a Rheumatologist, What Do They Do, and When Should You See One?
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.
Steroid Injections for Joint and Soft Tissue Pain: When They Help — and When They Are Not the Whole Answer
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.
Diet and Rheumatic Disease: Where It Helps — and Where Claims Go Too Far
Can diet help rheumatic disease? A consultant rheumatologist explains where food may support symptoms and health, and where dietary claims go too far.
Gout: More Than Just a Diet Problem
Gout is a common inflammatory arthritis affecting younger patients and increasing cardiovascular risk. Learn how it is diagnosed and treated effectively.
Is It Worth Paying for a Private Rheumatology Appointment?
When symptoms persist and you are struggling to get help, many people start to wonder whether it’s worth booking a private consultation. The idea of “going private” can sound expensive or unnecessary — but in rheumatology, one focused assessment can often make all the difference. In this article, Dr Singh highlights how one appointment gave a patient an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.