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I have Ankylosing spondylitis
I suffer from ankylosing spondylitis. Can I consult an orthopaedic if rheumatologist is not available near me?
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Consult orthopaedic and Physiotherapy
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Ankylosing spondylitis needs support of rheumatologist , Orthopedic surgeon and physiotherapist.
You can consult an Orthopedic surgeon too .
Do consult rheumatologist for
1. Confirmation of diagnosis
2. Long term medication advise
Do consult Orthopedic surgeon for
1. Any individual joint pains
2. Knee pain / hip pain
3. Acute pain exacerbation
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Both orthopaedic surgeons and rheumatologist can treat you with equal competency.
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You can consult an orthopaedic surgeon if a rheumatologist is not available.
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
Orthopedic surgeon
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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