Hyderabad: The Indian Rheumatology Association, in collaboration with a private hospital, organised an awareness walk in the city on Sunday to highlight the growing burden of rheumatological disorders. The event saw participation from over 200 people, including doctors, patients, caregivers, and members of the public.
Experts noted that nearly one in five Indians may suffer from musculoskeletal or rheumatic conditions, with arthritis alone affecting more than 180 million people. They warned that diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis could lead to disability if not diagnosed early.
Dr I.R. Varaprasad, president of the association’s Hyderabad chapter, said rheumatological diseases were “silent disruptors of life” and stressed that early symptoms such as joint pain, stiffness, and fatigue should not be ignored. Timely consultation, he said, could prevent lifelong disability.
Dr Rajkiran Dudam, secretary of the association, observed that India carried a significant burden of these diseases but awareness remained low. He said the initiative was aimed at encouraging early diagnosis and improving access to care.
Dr Liza Rajasekhar of Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences added that persistent joint pain and swelling should not be dismissed as normal ageing. With advancements in treatment, she said, most conditions could be effectively managed if detected early.
Doctors share advances in Nuke medicine
Hyderabad: Experts presented the latest developments in PET‑CT guided biopsy, musculoskeletal imaging, gastroenterology applications, prostate cancer diagnostics, and technologist‑led innovations at a continuing medical education (CME) programme held at Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital and Research Institute.
The event marked the first joint CME on nuclear medicine for the Telugu states and saw participation from over 180 doctors, technologists, physicists, and medical students from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
The programme focused on nuclear medicine, an advanced and fast‑growing field used in both diagnosis and treatment, particularly in cancer care. Experts shared practical insights and recent techniques, while interactive sessions, case discussions, and a quiz kept participants engaged.
Doctors said the CME helped them update knowledge and exchange ideas. Organisers noted that the strong participation reflected growing interest in advanced diagnostic methods and the need for more such academic platforms in future.
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