Dr. Shallu Verma is a highly experienced rheumatologist specialising in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), a chronic autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the joints. Patients with RA experience pain, stiffness, swelling, and fatigue, which can significantly impact daily life. Under her guidance, patients receive thorough evaluation, personalised treatment plans, and long-term management aimed at reducing inflammation and preventing joint damage. She integrates advanced diagnostics with evidence-based therapies to optimise outcomes while emphasising lifestyle adjustments and patient education. Her compassionate approach ensures patients feel supported and empowered throughout their treatment journey. Early diagnosis and consistent care are central to her strategy, helping patients maintain mobility, function, and overall quality of life.

What is it?

RA is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the synovial lining of joints, causing inflammation, pain, and progressive joint damage. It can affect multiple joints symmetrically and may involve other organs over time.

Procedure

Diagnosis involves blood tests (rheumatoid factor, anti-CCP antibodies), imaging studies (X-rays, MRI, ultrasound), and clinical assessment. Dr. Shallu Verma tailors treatment, including medications, physiotherapy, and monitoring for disease progression.

Why It Happens

The exact cause is unknown, but genetic predisposition, abnormal immune response, and environmental factors trigger the immune system to attack joint tissues, leading to chronic inflammation.