Arthritis – When to see a Doctor

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If you are having significant joint pain lasting for several weeks, seek medical attention. You should consult your primary care doctor who will then refer you to a rheumatologist. If, on examination, your primary care suspects inflammatory arthritis, you need an urgent referral to a rheumatologist. Time is very important in case of rheumatoid arthritis, as early diagnosis and treatment significantly reduces the long term joint damage and long-term complications.