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Old 04-23-2020, 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
I am not trying to be negative, but what does a rheumatologist do other than give you drugs? Is there a particular skill involved?
Specialists, as their title indicates, have specific education and an in-depth understanding of the disease or ailment they treat. Much more than a general practitioner will possess. Most of the drugs used to treat RA can have serious side affects and patients require regular blood testing to insure the side affects are not causing physical damage. Many of these RA drugs cannot be prescribed by general practitioners. If you own a Maserati you don't necessarily want to take it to Bubba's Garage. Bubba may be an excellent mechanic for the run of the mill vehicles but how knowledgeable is he when it comes to an exotic car?