Biologic Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Care Before the Procedure
- Undergo baseline screening for infections like TB or hepatitis.
- Inform the doctor about all medications and allergy history.
- Ensure vaccinations are up to date before starting therapy.
- Discuss pregnancy plans or breastfeeding with your specialist.
Care During the Procedure
- Receive subcutaneous injections or intravenous infusion under supervision.
- Monitor for immediate allergic or infusion-related reactions carefully.
- Maintain proper hygiene to prevent infection at the injection site.
- Stay relaxed and report any unusual symptoms during therapy.
Care After the Procedure
- Schedule regular blood tests to monitor liver function and blood counts.
- Watch for signs of infection like fever or persistent cough.
- Report any new rashes, swelling, or breathing difficulties promptly.
- Attend follow-up appointments for dose adjustments as advised.
Eligibility
- Patients with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis not responding to conventional DMARD therapy.
- Individuals with persistent joint pain, swelling, or stiffness affecting daily activities and quality of life.
- People at risk of progressive joint damage requiring aggressive immune-targeted therapy.
- Patients evaluated and approved by a rheumatologist after infection screening and baseline lab tests.
- Undergo baseline screening for infections like TB or hepatitis.
- Inform the doctor about all medications and allergy history.
- Ensure vaccinations are up to date before starting therapy.
- Discuss pregnancy plans or breastfeeding with your specialist.
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KIMSHEALTH’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers internationally recognised, multidisciplinary care for all musculoskeletal problems. Using minimally invasive techniques ranging from endoscopic spine surgery to robotic joint replacement, our surgeons develop a treatment plan customised for each patient by working closely with anaesthesia, rehabilitation, and other specialists. We manage complex trauma and fractures with a dedicated 24/7 trauma ICU, provide limb reconstruction (including Ilizarov techniques) and perform microsurgical reimplantation for severe limb injuries. We cover arthroscopy and sports-injury care, hand and microvascular surgery, paediatric orthopaedics and scoliosis correction, plus specialist clinics for back pain, osteoporosis and arthritis.
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