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Rheumatology

The Rheumatology Service offers examination and treatment of patients with rheumatic diseases, disorders of the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system. Rheumatic diseases are quite common and include about 120 diseases.

General information

One of the best rheumatological and immunological services in Yerevan is at the Nairi MC. The service was created in 2021. in July.

The service provides outpatient and inpatient treatment of patients, meanwhile, is carried out, there are also conditions for day-case treatment.

Modern methods of diagnosis are available:

Computed tomography,
Magnetix resonance imaging,
Ultrasound examination of the joints,
modern laboratory diagnostics (including super-specific immunological research)

What does a rheumatologist treat?

Systemic diseases of the connective tissue:

Systemic lupus erythematosus,
Systemic scleroderma,
Dermatomyositis,
Sjogren’s disease
Etc.

Systemic vasculitides:

Polyarteritis nodosa,
Hemorrhagic vasculitis,
Takayasu arteritis,
Microscopic polyangiitis,
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Churg-Strauss Syndrome),
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Wegener syndrome),
Behcet syndrome.

Inflammatory diseases of the joints:

Rheumatoid arthritis,
Psoriatic arthritis,
Reactive arthritis,
Gout,
Osteoarthritis.

Damage to periarticular soft tissues:

Humeroscapular periarthrosis,
Bursitis,
Tendonitis,
Regional pain syndrome.

Indications for a visit

You need to visit a rheumatologist and an immunologist when having the following symptoms.

Joint pain; constant pain, swelling or burning sensation in the joints can be signs of various rheumatic diseases,
Difficulty moving joints; difficulty moving joints after waking up or after a long rest can be a sign of inflammatory processes.
Joint swelling; persistent or recurrent joint swelling, especially when accompanied by pain and redness, requires an examination by a rheumatologist
Burning or itching sensations in the joints; joint itching, burning, or numbness may be associated with rheumatic diseases;
Worsening of the general condition; rheumatic diseases can cause fatigue, weakness, weight loss, and other non-specific symptoms.
Skin manifestations; for example, a rash, red spots, or sores on the skin, especially when accompanied by pain in the joints.
Non-specific symptoms; any unusual symptoms, such as fever, loss of appetite, or changes in urination, may also be a sign you should visit a rheumatologist.

If you have the mentioned symptoms, you can contact a great specialized rheumatologist in Yerevan by calling 8900 or visiting us at Paronyan Street 21 building.