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Whom Should I Consult For Joint Pain And Stiffness, Severe Swelling In The Hands And Feet, Fatigue And Weight Loss?

My husband has had joint pain and stiffness, severe swelling of hands and feet, fatigue, weight loss for the last 2 and a half months. He has had 3 blood tests with elevated white counts. Negative for RA. Negative for elevated uric acid. What kind of specialist should he see?
Mon, 19 Dec 2022
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi,

You have to visit a rheumatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment, have you done other tests like anti CCP, anti nuclear antibodies?

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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Whom Should I Consult For Joint Pain And Stiffness, Severe Swelling In The Hands And Feet, Fatigue And Weight Loss?

Hi, You have to visit a rheumatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment, have you done other tests like anti CCP, anti nuclear antibodies? Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon