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Online Rheumatology Consultation for Joint Pain & Arthritis

Experiencing persistent joint pain, swelling, morning stiffness or symptoms of an inflammatory condition? Request an online consultation through PingMeDoc™ for rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus and other rheumatology-related concerns. Discuss your symptoms, ESR, CRP, RF or ANA reports and ongoing medicines with a doctor offering rheumatology consultations.

Chat

₹299

Call or video

₹499

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Not for emergencies. For severe symptoms, go to the nearest hospital or call 108.

  • 30-minute replyUsually, in doctor hours
  • Written planPrescription when appropriate
  • 48 hours follow-upIn the same chat
  • Registered doctorsRegistration checked

What people consult a rheumatologist for

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Gout and hyperuricaemia
  • Lupus (SLE)
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Joint pain and swelling
  • Sjögren's syndrome
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Lab report interpretation (CRP, ESR, ANA, RF)

Not on the list? Start anyway and describe it: the doctor tells you if it needs a different specialist or an examination in person.

Read about a concern first

Leads rheumatologist consults

Dr. G. Ilayaperumal

MD, Internal Medicine | Sees joint pain and arthritis

How an online consultation works

  1. Share your symptoms

    A few questions, about two minutes.

  2. Pay and start

    The chat opens at once; video if needed.

  3. The doctor replies

    Usually within 30 minutes in doctor hours.

  4. Get your plan

    In writing, with a prescription when appropriate.

Questions

How do I consult a Rheumatologist online at PingMeDoc?
Visit PingMeDoc's online consultation page, select Rheumatologist, share your symptoms and pay. The chat opens straight away, the doctor can switch to video, and you receive guidance and a summary in your dashboard.
How much does an online Rheumatologist consultation cost?
Each doctor sets their own consultation fee. The video and chat fees are shown on the doctor's profile before you book.
Are PingMeDoc doctors qualified Rheumatologist specialists?
All doctors on PingMeDoc are verified registered medical practitioners. Our Rheumatologist consultations are anchored by Dr. G. Ilayaperumal (MD, Internal Medicine | Sees joint pain and arthritis). Credentials are verified before onboarding.
What conditions can a Rheumatologist treat online?
A Rheumatologist on PingMeDoc can consult on: Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Gout and hyperuricaemia, Lupus (SLE), Ankylosing spondylitis, Joint pain and swelling, Sjögren's syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Lab report interpretation (CRP, ESR, ANA, RF). For emergencies or conditions requiring physical examination, in-person care is recommended.
Can I get a prescription from an online consultation?
Yes. Where clinically appropriate, PingMeDoc doctors can issue digital prescriptions during the consultation. The prescription is delivered to your dashboard and via WhatsApp.

Consult a rheumatologist online

Video or Chat. Chat ₹299 · call or video ₹499. Prescription where clinically appropriate.

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After the consultation