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.
Finding Clarity in a New Healthcare System — A Patient’s Experience of Diagnosis and Support
For patients new to the UK healthcare system, navigating diagnosis and treatment can be daunting. In this story, Dr Singh’s clarity, responsiveness and compassion helped one patient find direction, understanding and confidence while establishing care in a new country.
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.
Living with Vasculitis: Why Ongoing Support Matters
Vasculitis often needs long-term specialist follow-up, even after symptoms improve. This article explains why ongoing monitoring matters, how relapse can be recognised early, and how rheumatology care can support safer treatment and better long-term outcomes.
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.
Osteoporosis: Finding Confidence with the Right Plan
If you’re worried about bone health, remember that osteoporosis is not the end of the story — with the right guidance and treatment, you can take steps to protect your future mobility and independence.
Psoriatic Arthritis: Why a Patient-Centred Approach Matters
Living with psoriatic arthritis can be frustrating — not only because of the pain, stiffness, and unpredictability of symptoms, but also because the treatment journey often feels overwhelming. Read about one patient’s experience of being under the care of Dr Singh with psoriatic arthritis.
From Mystery to Diagnosis: How the Right Questions Changed Everything
Sometimes patients come to me after seeing several doctors but still don’t have an answer. Learn how one patient was able to receive a rapid and accurate diagnosis after a focused, expert assessment by Dr Singh.
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis: One Patient’s Journey
When you are living with pain every day, even the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming. Read about the experience of one patient with new rheumatoid arthritis who saw Dr Singh for diagnosis and ongoing care.
Living With Recurrent Gout: One Patient’s Experience
Gout is sometimes misunderstood as a condition of the past, or one linked only to diet and lifestyle. Read about the experience of one patient who went to see Dr Singh with gout affecting his ankle.