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Rheumatology Clinic Dr. Rutviz Mistry

Conditions

Close-up of a bare foot with redness and swelling at the base of the big toe, the joint most often affected by gout

Crystal arthropathy

Gout

Gout is a common form of arthritis caused by tiny urate crystals forming in a joint, leading to sudden, severe pain and swelling. It can be controlled well with treatment and simple lifestyle steps.

An older adult sitting on a sofa, holding their knee with both hands, suggesting the knee pain of osteoarthritis

Degenerative joint disease

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, caused by gradual wear and changes in the cartilage that cushions the joints. Exercise, weight management, and pain relief help most people stay active.

Illustration comparing a cross-section of healthy dense bone with thinned, porous bone weakened by osteoporosis

Metabolic bone disease

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become weaker and more likely to break, often without any warning until a fracture happens. It can be diagnosed with a simple scan and treated to reduce the risk of fractures.

A person resting a hand on their shoulder and neck, suggesting the widespread muscle pain of fibromyalgia

Soft tissue and pain

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes widespread body pain, tiredness, and poor sleep. It does not damage the joints, and a combination of exercise, sleep, and self-management helps most people feel better.

A person seen from behind pressing both hands into their lower back, suggesting inflammatory back pain

Inflammatory arthritis

Spondyloarthritis

Spondyloarthritis is a family of inflammatory conditions that mainly affect the spine and the points where tendons attach to bone, causing back pain and stiffness. Exercise and modern medicines can control symptoms and keep the spine mobile.

Close-up of a lower leg and ankle with a blotchy red-purple skin rash, a sign of small-vessel vasculitis

Vasculitis

ANCA-Associated Vasculitis

ANCA-associated vasculitis is a group of autoimmune conditions in which small blood vessels become inflamed, most often affecting the sinuses, lungs, nerves, and kidneys. Prompt diagnosis and treatment can bring the disease into remission and protect the organs involved.

Close-up of both hands with red scaly plaques over the finger joints and thickened, pitted nails, features of psoriatic arthritis

Inflammatory arthritis

Psoriatic Arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory joint condition linked to the skin disease psoriasis, causing joint pain and swelling, and sometimes swollen fingers or toes and nail changes. Early treatment controls both the joints and the skin and prevents lasting joint damage.

Illustration of a face with a red butterfly-shaped rash across the cheeks and nose, the malar rash of lupus

Connective tissue disease

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

Lupus is a long-term autoimmune condition that can affect the skin, joints, kidneys and other organs. It varies widely between people, and most cases are well controlled with treatment.

Close-up of an older adult's hands resting on a dark surface, with the finger joints and knuckles in focus

Inflammatory arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term condition in which the immune system attacks the lining of the joints, causing pain, swelling and stiffness. Early treatment usually keeps it well controlled.