Used both to analyse joint fluid for accurate diagnosis (for example in gout or infection) and to deliver targeted anti-inflammatory treatment directly to a painful joint.
A painless, non-invasive examination of the small blood vessels at the base of the fingernails — often crucial in evaluating Raynaud's phenomenon and diagnosing systemic sclerosis early.
A small lip biopsy that helps confirm Sjögren's syndrome when dryness symptoms and blood tests need clarification.
Essential for accurately identifying complex conditions such as vasculitis and the different forms of myositis, so that treatment can be targeted correctly.
Beyond procedures, the core of rheumatology care is precise, personalised medical treatment. Dr. Baweja develops individualised plans using conventional disease-modifying drugs, targeted synthetic agents and biologic therapies, following International EULAR/ACR guidelines — with regular monitoring to keep treatment both effective and safe.
His clinical immunology training allows a comprehensive approach to complex, multi-system conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus, vasculitis and anti-phospholipid syndrome, where treatment must consider the immune system as a whole rather than a single joint or organ.
Consult Dr. Ashish Baweja at the Institute of Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram.
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