Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology

Paediatrics

What is Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology?

In a Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology department, various procedures are performed to diagnose and manage autoimmune diseases, inflammatory conditions, and disorders of the immune system.

Here are some common procedures

  • Physical Examination - Comprehensive assessment of the patient’s symptoms, focusing on joints, skin, and overall health.
  • Laboratory Tests
    • Autoantibody Testing - Blood tests to detect specific autoantibodies (e.g., ANA, anti-dsDNA) associated with autoimmune diseases.
    • Inflammatory Markers - Testing for markers such as C-reactive protein (CRP) and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) to assess inflammation.
  • Imaging Studies
    • X-rays - Used to evaluate joint damage in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
    • Ultrasound - Non-invasive imaging to assess joint inflammation and soft tissue abnormalities.
    • MRI - Detailed imaging for detecting early changes in joints and soft tissues.

  • Joint Injections
    • Corticosteroid Injections - Administering steroids directly into inflamed joints to reduce pain and inflammation.
    • Hyaluronic Acid Injections - Used for osteoarthritis to improve joint lubrication.
  • Arthrocentesis (Joint Aspiration) - A procedure to remove fluid from a joint for diagnostic purposes (e.g., analysis of synovial fluid) or to relieve swelling.
  • Infusion Therapies - Administering biologic medications or other therapies via IV for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or vasculitis.

  • Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs) - Initiating and monitoring treatment with DMARDs to manage chronic autoimmune conditions.
  • Patient Education - Providing information on disease management, medication adherence, lifestyle changes, and symptom monitoring.

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