Dr. K. S. Jayakumar is a Consultant in Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology of the Department of Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology at Sri Ramakrishna Hospital. He has over 26 years of experience and is a specialist in treating Ankylosing spondylitis.
Autoimmune Disease Treatment in Coimbatore
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What is an Autoimmune disorder?
The immune system mistakenly attacks the various parts of the body and starts to attack its cells. Normally, our immune systems protect us against illnesses caused by bacteria and viruses. Whenever it detects a foreign invasion, it dispatches an army of fighter cells to combat it. However, in an autoimmune condition, our immune system mistakenly affects our own body parts and causes damage. This is usually due to a complex interaction between genetic and environmental factors. An autoimmune doctor who specializes in autoimmune conditions (Rheumatologist) can help in treating the condition and in preventing the spread of the disorder.
Warning signs that might indicate an Autoimmune
disease:
Achy muscles and joints
Tiredness
Puffiness and
redness of skin
Fever of a mild
intensity
Concentration
issues
Tingling and
numbness in the
hands and feet
Hair thinning
Rashes on the skin
Individual diseases may have their own set of symptoms.
Symptoms of autoimmune illnesses such as psoriatic arthritis or rheumatoid arthritis may arise and then subside. An increase in symptoms is indicative of a flare-up and remission is a period in which the symptoms disappear.
Understanding the numerous types of Autoimmune
diseases:
Understanding the diagnostic tests involved in
identifying Autoimmune disorders:
Autoimmune symptoms are sometimes vague, overlapping with symptoms of other illnesses, notably other autoimmune disorders. It can be difficult to identify an autoimmune disease accurately because of this.
Lupus, for example, can damage the joints in the same way that rheumatoid arthritis does.
Furthermore, depending on the ailment, the diagnosis method varies.
Antinuclear antibody test
(ANA):
When an autoimmune disease doctor suspects a patient is suffering from an autoimmune condition, the antinuclear antibody test (ANA) is one of the first tests they request. This test looks for antinuclear antibodies, which are antibodies that assault healthy proteins within the cell nucleus, as the name implies.
Antinuclear antibody test (ANA):
When an autoimmune disease doctor suspects a patient is suffering from an autoimmune condition, the antinuclear antibody test (ANA) is one of the first tests they request. This test looks for antinuclear antibodies, which are antibodies that assault healthy proteins within the cell nucleus, as the name implies.
Autoimmune disorders can be treated with the
following methods:
The autoimmune disease treatment differs depending on the type of disease. The course of many of these diseases is unpredictable, and therapies may need to be changed over time.
Treatment can be looked of as consisting of the following:
The therapy for autoimmune disorders differs depending on the type of disease. The course of many of these diseases is unpredictable, and therapies may need to be changed over time.
Managing symptoms:
Depending on the severity of the symptoms, this could include taking certain medications to relieve minor discomfort and swelling, or prescription alternatives.
Prescription drugs can also help with:
Depression
Anxiety
Fatigue
Sleep problems
Rashes
Certain medication:
Some autoimmune diseases impair the body's capacity to create the nutrients it requires. Type 1 diabetes, for example, inhibits the body from making enough insulin, while thyroid illness stops the body from producing enough thyroid hormone.
These chemicals can be replaced with a variety of medications. A person may receive insulin injections or take thyroid hormone pills containing synthetic versions as a part of autoimmune disease treatment.
Managing the complications:
Type 1 diabetes requires careful blood sugar control to avoid complications, but rheumatoid arthritis requires early and intensive therapy to avoid joint deformity.
FAQ Questions? Answered!
The most common illnesses discovered by a CBC include anaemia, autoimmune disorders, bone marrow disorders, dehydration, infections, inflammation, leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloproliferative neoplasms, myelodysplastic syndrome, sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and nutritional deficiencies.
Autoimmune disorders are not lethal in the vast majority of cases, and people living with them can expect to enjoy a normal lifespan. Some autoimmune disorders can be deadly or cause life-threatening complications, but these conditions are uncommon.
When left untreated, these disorders might lead to catastrophic problems. Severe damage to body tissue, aberrant organ growth, and alterations in the way body organs work are among the problems. These risks can be reduced by keeping these disorders under control with naturopathic treatment.
Symptoms might persist anywhere from a few days to several months, depending on the degree of the natural stressor that is producing the flare-up. Symptoms of an acute flare-up in some autoimmune disease patients who are not getting therapy may go away on their own after one or two weeks without medical intervention.
Stress is a common cause of AI flare-ups in many people. We suspect that stress may induce neuroendocrine chemicals, which can contribute to immunological dysregulation, however, we are currently researching how this works. Drugs: Some medications have been linked to an increase in AI flare-ups.
What Our Patients Are Saying
My father had unexplained pain in his joints and his daily activities were highly interrupted and we were not sure what was happening. I started to look on the internet for good-rated hospitals and found Sri Ramakrishna Hospital. We consulted the doctor and the booking was also smooth as we booked an appointment online, the doctor suggested a few tests confirm the cause of his pain. He was then diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, and luckily as we immediately reached out, his condition was not worse. The treatment began immediately and it's almost four months since his condition is stable now and can perform his chores on his own. Thank you Sri Ramakrishna Hospital for the treatment. It is only possible because of you.
Harika
Coimbatore
Sri Ramakrishna Hospital a big thank you for taking care throughout my treatment. The staff especially has been like my family through my treatment. I was diagnosed with Lupus and reached out to various hospitals for treatment but nothing was satisfactory. My relative referred me to Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, it became my blessing. The doctor examined my situation and treatment began right away. My condition improved gradually. Thank you Sri Ramakrishna Hospital for immediate and advanced treatment.
Swathi
Coimbatore
Our Department’s Experience
Our Department of Rheumatology has treated over 20,000+ patients with autoimmune diseases
over the last 48 years. Our highly experienced autoimmune disease doctor will ensure you receive
the best autoimmune disease treatment in Coimbatore.
Why Choose
Sri Ramakrishna
Hospital?
Over 48+ Years of
Medical Service
Best in Class Medical
Infrastructure
Highly Experienced
Rheumatologist
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Treatment Methods
Our Doctors and their Experience
Our highly experienced autoimmune disease doctor has immense experience in providing the best
autoimmune disease treatment in Coimbatore.
Dr. K. S. JAYAKUMAR
MBBS, MRCP(UK), MD(UK), CCT-Rheum & GM(UK), FRCP(London).,Consultant in Rheumatology & Clinical ImmunologyDoctor's Video
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