簡介/Rheumatology Overview:
免疫風濕科(Rheumatology)是研究風濕性疾病和自身免疫性疾病的醫學專科。這些疾病通常影響關節、肌肉、骨骼及結締組織,並且可能伴隨著全身性症狀。常見的疾病包括類風濕性關節炎、紅斑狼瘡、痛風和纖維肌痛症等。
Rheumatology is a medical specialty that focuses on rheumatic diseases and autoimmune disorders. These conditions often affect the joints, muscles, bones, and connective tissues, and may have systemic symptoms. Common diseases include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, and fibromyalgia.
免疫風濕科的主要工作包括:
診斷:通過病歷詢問、體檢和各種檢查(如血液檢查、影像學檢查)來確定病因。
治療:提供藥物治療、物理治療及其他干預措施來緩解症狀和改善生活質量。
研究:不斷探索這些疾病的病理機制,開發新的治療方案。
Key Functions of Rheumatology:
Diagnosis: Identifying the underlying cause through patient history, physical exams, and various tests (such as blood tests and imaging studies).
Treatment: Providing medication, physical therapy, and other interventions to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
Research: Continuously exploring the pathophysiology of these diseases and developing new treatment options.