Is Rheumatology an Immunology Department?

Rheumatology is also called immunology. At present, most common diseases include systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's syndrome, dermatomyositis, mixed connective tissue disease, gouty arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, etc. If the patient has joint pain, back pain, muscle weakness pain, dry mouth, dry eyes, swollen parotid glands, and symptoms of rheumatic immune diseases such as cold and purple hands, it is recommended to see a doctor in Rheumatology as soon as possible. Check antinuclear antibody, anti-ENA spectrum, immunoglobulin, complement, erythrocyte sedimentation, C-reactive protein, rheumatoid factor and other indicators to further clarify the disease, after clarifying the disease, according to the cause of further treatment.