Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment in Dubai
Early specialist care for swollen, stiff joints and long-term joint protection.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune inflammatory arthritis that can damage joints if treatment is delayed. Dr. Humeira Badsha provides consultant assessment in Dubai, reviews blood tests and imaging, and creates a treatment plan that may include methotrexate, other DMARDs, biologics, ultrasound monitoring, and practical flare prevention.
Quick answer for patients
Book a rheumatology review if pain is symmetrical, joints are swollen, or morning stiffness lasts more than 30 minutes.
- Swollen knuckles, wrists, feet, knees, or several joints at once
- Positive RF or anti-CCP blood tests, raised ESR/CRP, or unexplained inflammation
- Need for a second opinion on methotrexate, DMARDs, biologics, or persistent flares
How RA is assessed
RA diagnosis combines symptoms, examination, blood tests, imaging, and the pattern of joint involvement.
- Joint examination for synovitis, tenderness, swelling, and function
- Review of RF, anti-CCP, ESR, CRP, CBC, liver, kidney, and infection screening
- Ultrasound or imaging when it changes diagnosis, treatment choice, or monitoring
Treatment options
The goal is remission or low disease activity with the safest effective plan.
- Methotrexate or other DMARDs with safety monitoring
- Biologic or targeted therapy discussions when RA remains active
- Steroid-sparing plans, vaccination review, physio, exercise, and flare action plans
Consult our rheumatologist in Dubai
Dr. Humeira Badsha
Consultant Rheumatologist in Dubai
Dr. Humeira Badsha — board-certified consultant rheumatologist at Mubadala Health Dubai.
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