Rumatoid arthritis
Doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions Arthritis and gout are called Rheumatologists.
Doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions arthritis and gout are called Rheumatologists.
A rheumatologist (I think I spelled that right)
Without further information, probably the best ICD 9 code for seronegative arthritis would be 714.0, which is the code for rheumatoid arthritis.
ESRA is not a definitive test in the diagnosis in RA it is used as one of many indicators that the disease is present. Go to the Related link below (Diagnosis and Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis) Where there is a lot of information available to wade through on this subject.
It is usually difficult to determine the initial cause of reactive arthritis because it is just like regular arthritis. It is over long term effects that the diagnosis can be made.
That's only part of the diagnosis, as you will need to see a Rheumatologist..
This study and treatment of arthritis is called rheumatology and treatment is carried out by a rheumatologist.
Percy Wilde has written: 'The physiology of gout, rheumatism and arthritis as a guide to accurate diagnosis and efficient treatment' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout, Arthritis, Rheumatic Diseases, Physiopathology
The first sign is usually inflammation in the joints often the same joints on opposite sides will inflame at the same time. If the RA is suspected then blood tests and xrays are done to expose the extent of the problem.
These are symptoms that are found in Rheumatoid arthritis. however to make an accurate diagnosis would take the expertise of a qualified health professional.