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Six common gout symptoms and how to find treatment and relief!

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
Struggling with gout symptoms in Encinitas, CA

Gout is one of many conditions that Dr. Peter Lloyd and his team at Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center in Encinitas, California, can diagnose and treat. It is a very misunderstood condition, which makes it important for patients to understand its symptoms to get a definitive diagnosis. Let’s look at a few common symptoms to look for and bring up to our rheumatologist. What is gout? Dr. Lloyd describes gout as a specific form of arthritis often caused by excessive uric acid levels in the blood. This results in crystals forming in the joints, leading to inflammation and pain. Gout … Continue reading

Frequently asked questions about treatment options for psoriatic arthritis

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
Treatment Options for Psoriatic Arthritis in Encinitas CA Area

At Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center of Encinitas, California, Dr. Peter Lloyd works routinely with patients struggling with conditions such as psoriatic arthritis. This medical diagnosis comes with a lot of questions, and understandably so. It can be a condition that causes many challenges for those who have it, and treatment options are often discussed with our board-certified rheumatologist to determine what is right. Let’s learn more about this condition and the treatment options available in the early or late stages. What is psoriatic arthritis? Psoriatic arthritis is best described as an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the joints, … Continue reading

Six things you can do to prevent gout

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
How to Prevent Gout in Encinitas CA Area

Gout is best described as a medical condition characterized by sudden, severe attacks of joint pain, redness, and tenderness. It is caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, which usually leads to inflammation and pain. While gout is most commonly seen in the big toe, it also affects other joints, including the ankles, knees, wrists, fingers, and elbows. At Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center, we educate patients on this and other conditions that may impact them and speak to them about ways to prevent gout and treat it if it develops. Let’s dive deeper into the … Continue reading

Frequently asked questions about rheumatoid arthritis and treatment solutions.

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
Supplement for Rheumatoid Arthritis in Encinitas CA Area

Rheumatoid arthritis is best described as a chronic autoimmune disorder in the field of medicine that primarily impacts the joints, causing both inflammation and irreversible damage. It can also affect other body parts, including the skin, lungs, heart, eyes, and blood vessels. When patients start experiencing common symptoms such as joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and fatigue, they may want to talk to a board-certified rheumatologist at Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center to get a proper diagnosis and discuss effective treatment options. Encinitas, California, area patients looking for solutions will find that Dr. Peter Lloyd and his team are here to help evaluate the issue … Continue reading

Eight foods that are known to trigger psoriatic arthritis

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
Pain Relief for Psoriatic Arthritis in Encinitas CA Area

About 30% of those with psoriasis also have psoriatic arthritis—this particular form of inflammatory arthritis results in swelling, stiffness, and discomfort in the joints. Psoriatic arthritis has no known cure. However, several treatments can help control symptoms and enhance the quality of life. Dr. Peter Lloyd of the Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center in Encinitas, California, is a board-certified rheumatologist equipped to diagnose this condition and talk with patients about their options for long-term management. Before we talk about psoriatic arthritis pain management choices, let’s look at some foods known to cause flare-ups. What are some foods that trigger and … Continue reading

Frequently asked questions about gout.

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
Gout Causes and Prevention in Encinitas CA Area

Dr. Peter Lloyd and his team at Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center of Encinitas, California, work routinely with patients experiencing gout symptoms and looking for a gout joint treatment to relieve their symptoms. Let’s look at a few frequently asked questions often heard from our team and provide answers so patients can better understand their condition and treatment options. What is gout? The accumulation of needle-like uric acid crystals in a joint causes severe pain, redness, warmth, and swelling, which is how gout presents as arthritis. The most common joint to be impacted is the first metatarsal-phalangeal joint (MTP), which … Continue reading

What are the early signs of rheumatoid arthritis, and what are its effects?

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
Early Signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis in Hands Encinitas Area

The effects of rheumatoid arthritis are often bothersome to patients and require the help of a professional to address them. This is why Dr. Peter Lloyd, our board-certified rheumatologist at Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center of Encinitas, California, has put together this list of early warning signs of the development of rheumatoid arthritis so patients can intervene as soon as possible for better outcomes. Let’s look at just a few early signs of this condition. Joint discomfort and pain. Discomfort is a telling and initial sign of rheumatoid arthritis. It can impact any joint, typically symmetrical on both body sides. It frequently … Continue reading

Six of the first signs of psoriatic arthritis

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
First Signs of Psoriatic Arthritis in Encinitas CA Area

Psoriatic arthritis is a specific type of arthritis that affects people with psoriasis. It is a long-term condition that causes inflammation and pain in the joints, skin, and nails. It is best described as an autoimmune condition that causes inflammation in the joints, skin, and nails. It develops in people who already have psoriasis, a chronic skin condition typically characterized by red patches of inflamed skin often covered with silvery scales. This condition can be easy to spot if you know the first signs and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis. At Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center, Dr. Peter Lloyd can help … Continue reading

Understanding Gout: A Guide to Symptoms, Causes, and 4 Effective Treatment Options

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
Fastest Way to Treat Gout in Encinitas CA Area

If you have been diagnosed with gout, you may be curious about what it is and the best or fastest way to treat it. Dr. Peter Lloyd is a board-certified professional who can educate you on this condition and help you understand the best treatment options. Let’s look at gout in four of the most common treatment avenues. What is gout? Our team defines gout as an inflammatory form of arthritis afflicting millions worldwide. It results from the buildup of uric acid crystals in the body’s joints, leading to intense pain and swelling. While gout cannot be cured, several treatment … Continue reading

Trust diagnostics from a specialist in the treatment of tendonitis, related conditions in Encinitas, CA

Posted By Dr Peter Lloyd
Tendonitis Treatment at Seaside Rheumatology and Wellness Center in Encinitas CA Area

If your arms, legs, hands, feet, or other affected areas ache or feel tender, and you experience some swelling and mobility problems because of your symptoms, you may have tendonitis. These are a few of the symptoms that commonly present when patients have inflamed or irritated tendons. This inflammation of those thick, fiber-like cords that connect muscle to bone can often be mistaken for other conditions, such as rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis. These conditions are also linked to each other. As a Board-Certified Rheumatologist, Dr. Peter Lloyd is experienced and knowledgeable at diagnosing tendonitis and related conditions. So, tendonitis treatment … Continue reading


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