Not Being under a Rheumatologist’s Care or Refusing to Tell Your Doctor Everything
Not being under a Rheumatologist’s Care is a mistake you should not commit if you have rheumatoid arthritis. No doubt that a family doctor might be able to treat you, but still, you would benefit more from being under the care of a specialist, a rheumatologist, a doctor who specialize in joint disease. A rheumatologist, for a fact, would have more knowledge on the condition and are up to date on the latest treatments. It would be best if you stayed closely under rheumatologist care.
Failing to keep your doctor posted on your progress or any new observation in your body is also a risky mistake people with RA make. You are expected to tell your doctor how you feel and inform him if you take any new over-the-counter medication, supplements, and remedies. To be sure nothing conflicts with your doctor recommended and prescribed treatment; it is essential you tell them everything you take that could affect you. This is the only way your doctor can be of complete help to you.