What is the best hospital for lupus?

The top-ranked hospitals for rheumatology in the 2018-2019 report are:

• Mayo Clinic.
• Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
• Massachusetts General Hospital.
• UCSF Medical Center.
• UCLA Medical Center.
• NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital.
• University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital.

Who is the best doctor for lupus?

Typically, lupus is treated by rheumatologists. Rheumatologists are internists or pediatricians (or both) that specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and other diseases of the joints, muscles, and bones, as well as certain autoimmune diseases, including lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

Which treatment is best for SLE?

The medications most commonly used to control lupus include: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Over-the-counter NSAIDs , such as naproxen sodium (Aleve) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others), may be used to treat pain, swelling and fever associated with lupus.

When should a lupus patient go to the hospital?

Seek medical care for lupus if you have rapid swelling of one of your extremities, fever over 102 F, or acute abdominal pain or chest pain. Lupus treatment may incorporate NSAIDs, antimalarial drugs, steroids, immune-suppressing agents, and other medications depending upon the symptoms and signs you are experiencing.

What type of doctor works with lupus?

Many people who have (or suspect they have) lupus see a rheumatologist (or pediatric rheumatologist if a child or teen). This type of doctor specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the joints and muscles.

Is SLE lupus serious?

SLE is the most common and most serious type of lupus. Other types of lupus include the following: Cutaneous lupus (skin lupus) is lupus that affects the skin in the form of a rash or lesions. This type of lupus can occur on any part of the body, but usually appears where the skin is exposed to sunlight.

Is there any treatment for SLE?

No cure for SLE exists. The goal of treatment is to ease symptoms. Treatment can vary depending on how severe your symptoms are and which parts of your body SLE affects.

Who is the best doctor for autoimmune diseases?

Rheumatologists specialize in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal diseases and autoimmune conditions (rheumatic disease). Orbai talks about how to recognize common autoimmune disease symptoms and when you should see a doctor.