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La plupart des personnes atteintes de spondylarthrite re\u00e7oivent un diagnostic d\u2019un rhumatologue (m\u00e9decin sp\u00e9cialis\u00e9 dans le traitement des diff\u00e9rentes formes d\u2019arthrite). Parfois, un dermatologue pourra diagnostiquer le rhumatisme psoriasique mais il vous r\u00e9f\u00e9rera \u00e0 un rhumatologue pour une \u00e9valuation et une prise en charge plus pouss\u00e9e. Un rhumatologue devrait \u00eatre votre meilleure guide et expert de choix pour votre spondylarthropathie. Les rhumatologues sont plus sp\u00e9cialis\u00e9s que votre m\u00e9decin de famille car ils ont pass\u00e9 des ann\u00e9es suppl\u00e9mentaires en formation sp\u00e9cialis\u00e9e pour devenir experts dans le diagnostic et le traitement de l\u2019arthrite.<\/span><\/p>\n
R\u00e9ussir \u00e0 obtenir une consultation avec un sp\u00e9cialiste de votre m\u00e9decin g\u00e9n\u00e9raliste ou m\u00e9decin de famille peut \u00eatre difficile et tr\u00e8s frustrant. Pour de nombreuses personnes, recevoir enfin un diagnostic de SA peut prendre de 7 \u00e0 10 ans. Il y a de nombreuses raisons, mais la principale est que les m\u00e9decins g\u00e9n\u00e9ralistes peuvent ne pas \u00eatre familiers avec plusieurs sympt\u00f4mes associ\u00e9s aux diff\u00e9rentes spondylarthropathies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
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Par ailleurs, d\u00e9pendant de la r\u00e9gion o\u00f9 vous vivez, il est possible qu\u2019il n\u2019y ait pas de rhumatologue pr\u00e8s de chez vous. Un autre probl\u00e8me est le manque de rhumatologues au Canada pour s\u2019occuper de tout le monde atteint de diverses formes d\u2019arthrite. Nous avons au Canada, environ 270 rhumatologues et plus de 4,5 millions de personnes atteintes d\u2019arthrite. C\u2019est \u00e9vident qu\u2019il y a un nombre insuffisant de rhumatologues pour le nombre de personnes ayant besoin de traitement. Il existe \u00e9galement des disparit\u00e9s r\u00e9gionales quant aux endroits o\u00f9 les sp\u00e9cialistes pratiquent. Ils sont plus nombreux dans les centres urbains qu\u2019en milieu rural.<\/span><\/p>\n
N\u00e9anmoins, il y a quelques choses b\u00e9n\u00e9fiques que vous pouvez faire\u00a0:<\/p>\n
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Faites de la recherche pour d\u00e9terminer si vous pr\u00e9sentez les sympt\u00f4mes de l\u2019arthrite inflammatoire<\/strong>. [Apportez les r\u00e9sultats de\u00a0<\/span>notre questionnaire<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>d\u2019\u00e9valuation avec vous]<\/strong>\n
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Apparition progressive de la douleur.<\/li>\n
Douleurs persistantes dans le bas du dos, les fesses et \/ ou les hanches pendant plus de 3 mois.<\/li>\n
Douleur \/ raideur dans le dos et \/ ou les hanches, aggrav\u00e9e par l\u2019immobilit\u00e9, en particulier la nuit et t\u00f4t le matin.<\/li>\n
Douleurs et enflures articulaires persistantes.<\/li>\n
Maux de dos et raideurs qui ont tendance \u00e0 s\u2019att\u00e9nuer avec l\u2019activit\u00e9 physique et l\u2019exercice.<\/li>\n
Raideur matinale persistante, qui dure plus d\u2019une heure apr\u00e8s le lever.<\/li>\n
Incapacit\u00e9 \u00e0 poursuivre le travail quotidien et les activit\u00e9s de la vie courante.<\/li>\n
Inflammation de l\u2019\u0153il (c.-\u00e0-d. Iritis ou uv\u00e9ite)<\/li>\n
Fatigue et \u00e9puisement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n
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Informez votre m\u00e9decin \u00e0 propos de vos sympt\u00f4mes et que vous pensez qu\u2019ils sont similaires \u00e0 l\u2019arthrite inflammatoire. \u00c9crire un journal peut \u00eatre utile.<\/strong><\/li>\n
Informez votre m\u00e9decin de tout ant\u00e9c\u00e9dent familial d\u2019arthrite inflammatoire.<\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n
Une fois que votre m\u00e9decin g\u00e9n\u00e9raliste reconna\u00eet que vos sympt\u00f4mes peuvent \u00eatre une arthrite inflammatoire, vous pouvez passer des radiographies, des IRM et des analyses sanguines avant d\u2019\u00eatre r\u00e9f\u00e9r\u00e9 \u00e0 un rhumatologue. La lettre de recommandation comprendra les \u00e9l\u00e9ments suivants\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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Le diagnostic suspect\u00e9 d\u2019arthrite inflammatoire et peut-\u00eatre plus sp\u00e9cifiquement d\u2019une spondylarthropathie.<\/li>\n
Vos ant\u00e9c\u00e9dents m\u00e9dicaux et observations cliniques. Celles-ci peuvent inclure la raideur matinale, les changements de poids, la fi\u00e8vre intermittente, la mobilit\u00e9 ainsi que le nombre et les types d\u2019articulations touch\u00e9es.<\/li>\n
Des copies de tous les rapports, y compris les IRM, les radiographies et les lettres de tout autre sp\u00e9cialiste consult\u00e9.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Un diagnostic plus rapide et pr\u00e9coce ainsi qu\u2019un traitement appropri\u00e9 aident \u00e0 pr\u00e9venir la progression de la maladie et les dommages articulaires, \u00e0 diminuer la douleur et l\u2019enflure et possiblement aussi \u00e0 r\u00e9duire certaines formes d\u2019invalidit\u00e9 permanente.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4″ _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb text_text_color=\u00a0\u00bb#FFFFFF\u00a0\u00bb background_color=\u00a0\u00bbgcid-3b15b3f5-b6cc-48f1-956a-dd1a65badea0″ custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb10px||10px|18px|false|false\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{%22gcid-3b15b3f5-b6cc-48f1-956a-dd1a65badea0%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n
Si vous avez de la difficult\u00e9 \u00e0 obtenir une consultation avec un sp\u00e9cialiste, soyez pers\u00e9v\u00e9rant. N\u2019oubliez pas que vous avez le droit de recevoir les soins que vous m\u00e9ritez. N\u2019acceptez pas \u00ab non \u00bb comme r\u00e9ponse.<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Votre plan de traitement<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Votre plan de traitement doit \u00eatre unique \u00e0 votre \u00e9tat m\u00e9dical personnel, \u00e0 vos besoins, \u00e0 vos objectifs et \u00e0 votre situation personnelle. Un plan qui fonctionne bien pour une personne, peut ne pas fonctionner pour une autre \u2013 il est important que votre m\u00e9decin et les autres professionnels de la sant\u00e9 vous comprennent. N\u2019oubliez pas d\u2019\u00eatre toujours compl\u00e8tement ouvert et honn\u00eate. Ne minimisez aucun de vos sympt\u00f4mes et soyez enti\u00e8rement pr\u00e9par\u00e9 et impliqu\u00e9 dans tous vos rendez-vous.<\/span><\/p>\n
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L\u2019\u00e9laboration d\u2019un plan de traitement complet et efficace comprend plusieurs \u00e9l\u00e9ments:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Une \u00e9quipe de soins de sant\u00e9 :\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>votre \u00e9quipe peut comprendre plus d\u2019un professionnel de la sant\u00e9. Les membres de votre \u00e9quipe peuvent \u00eatre de plusieurs professions diff\u00e9rentes, en fonction de votre (vos) maladie (s) et de votre situation personnelle. Les professionnels de la sant\u00e9 commun\u00e9ment impliqu\u00e9s qui pourraient faire partie de votre \u00e9quipe sont:\n
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Rhumatologue<\/li>\n
M\u00e9decin g\u00e9n\u00e9raliste<\/li>\n
Interniste<\/li>\n
Dermatologue<\/li>\n
Ophtalmologiste<\/li>\n
Chirurgien orthop\u00e9dique<\/li>\n
Rhumatologue p\u00e9diatrique<\/li>\n
Infirmi\u00e8re en rhumatologie<\/li>\n
Physioth\u00e9rapeute<\/li>\n
Ergoth\u00e9rapeute<\/li>\n
Di\u00e9t\u00e9ticien<\/li>\n
Conseiller \/ psychologue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
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Fixez-vous des objectifs personnels:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>en consultant votre \u00e9quipe de professionnels de la sant\u00e9 et vos proches, trouvez ensemble des objectifs r\u00e9alistes. Les objectifs doivent \u00eatre bas\u00e9s sur ce qui est r\u00e9aliste dans le cadre de votre vie. \u00c9tablir des objectifs vous permettra de mesurer votre succ\u00e8s et aidera votre \u00e9quipe de soins \u00e0 comprendre o\u00f9 vous voulez aller et les guidera \u00e0 vous fournir les outils pour y arriver. Ils ne veulent rien de plus pour vous que de meilleurs r\u00e9sultats.Vos objectifs doivent \u00eatre tr\u00e8s pr\u00e9cis, par exemple:\n
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\u201cJe veux pouvoir retourner au travail 30 heures par semaine\u201d<\/li>\n
\u201cJe veux voyager sans aide\u201d<\/li>\n
\u201cJe veux marcher r\u00e9guli\u00e8rement ou faire du yoga\u201d<\/li>\n
\u201cJe veux jouer avec mes enfants ou petits-enfants\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Soyez inform\u00e9:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>informez-vous et comprenez le plus possible sur votre maladie. Cela vous aidera \u00e0 prendre des d\u00e9cisions \u00e9clair\u00e9es et \u00e0 poser les bonnes questions. Vous devrez prendre des d\u00e9cisions importantes sur les options qui s\u2019offrent \u00e0 vous, comme par exemple les m\u00e9dicaments, les chirurgies et les th\u00e9rapies compl\u00e9mentaires. Il est important de conna\u00eetre les risques et les avantages des traitements, puis, avec les renseignements, les connaissances et les suggestions de votre \u00e9quipe, prenez les d\u00e9cisions qui vous conviennent.<\/li>\n
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Menez un mode de vie sain:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>un plan de traitement bien \u00e9quilibr\u00e9 pour la spondylarthrite est essentiel. Cela comprend : maintenir un poids sant\u00e9, des niveaux d\u2019exercice appropri\u00e9s, un repos suffisant, une bonne alimentation et le soutien de votre famille et de vos amis. Essayez de trouver des outils efficaces pour r\u00e9duire le stress, l\u2019anxi\u00e9t\u00e9 et la fatigue qui sont des sympt\u00f4mes courants de la spondylarthrite.<\/li>\n
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Partagez:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>assurez-vous de parler de votre maladie et de vos objectifs avec les personnes les plus proches de vous. Cela comprend la famille, les amis proches et \u00e9ventuellement les coll\u00e8gues. Un r\u00e9seau de soutien sera une partie pr\u00e9cieuse de votre parcours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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N\u2019oubliez pas que vous et votre \u00e9quipe de soins \u00eates les experts de votre maladie. Soyez vigilants quant \u00e0 la source de vos informations \u2013 assurez-vous qu\u2019elles soient cr\u00e9dibles. Ne laissez personne, m\u00eame pas les membres de la famille ou les amis les mieux intentionn\u00e9s, influencer votre plan de traitement.<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Travailler avec votre \u00e9quipe de soins<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Assurez-vous de profiter au maximum du temps que vous passez avec les membres de votre \u00e9quipe. Voici quelques conseils:<\/p>\n
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Il est important que vos prestataires de soins de sant\u00e9 (physioth\u00e9rapeute, ergoth\u00e9rapeute, chiropraticien) aient des connaissances et de l\u2019exp\u00e9rience dans le traitement de la spondylarthrite.<\/li>\n
Il est important que vous vous sentiez \u00e0 l\u2019aise avec votre professionnel de la sant\u00e9, que vous ayez de bonnes relations et qu\u2019il \/ elle comprenne vos objectifs et ce que vous voulez accomplir gr\u00e2ce au traitement.<\/li>\n
Faites votre part. Engagez-vous \u00e0 suivre votre plan jusqu\u2019au bout. Vous ne pouvez r\u00e9ussir que si vous \u00eates d\u00e9termin\u00e9 \u00e0 atteindre les objectifs que vous avez d\u00e9finis avec le plan que vous et votre \u00e9quipe avez \u00e9labor\u00e9.\n
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Allez \u00e0 vos rendez-vous.<\/li>\n
Effectuez les changements convenus.<\/li>\n
Suivez le programme d\u2019exercice ou les changements de style de vie convenus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
Prenez note de toute difficult\u00e9 dans un journal personnel ou un cahier. Notez ce qui est difficile et pourquoi et \u00e9crivez quels \u00e9l\u00e9ments de votre vie l\u2019arthrite a rendus les plus difficiles.<\/li>\n
Soyez honn\u00eate envers vous-m\u00eame et votre \u00e9quipe de soins. Il est important que vos professionnels de la sant\u00e9 sachent comment vous vous sentez, ce que vous faites ou non. Ils veulent vous aider mais ne le pourront pas si vous n\u2019\u00eates pas honn\u00eate. Si quelque chose ne fonctionne pas, il \/ elle peut modifier votre plan et proposer des solutions. Ils veulent vous voir vous am\u00e9liorer et r\u00e9ussir \u00e0 mener une vie active et ind\u00e9pendante.<\/li>\n
\u00c9valuez les progr\u00e8s et c\u00e9l\u00e9brez les r\u00e9ussites. Parfois, il faut du temps pour trouver la combinaison parfaite. Rappelez-vous que ce qui fonctionne pour une personne, peut ne pas fonctionner pour vous. Ne soyez pas frustr\u00e9. Soyez ouvert \u00e0 essayer des choses nouvelles et diff\u00e9rentes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Se Pr\u00e9parer pour les rendez-vous<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Nous ne pouvons souligner assez l\u2019importance de prendre du temps pour pr\u00e9parer vos rendez-vous. Si vous ne vous pr\u00e9parez pas, vos rendez-vous ne seront probablement pas aussi constructifs et valables qu\u2019ils devraient l\u2019\u00eatre. Communiquer ouvertement et efficacement est essentiel et en \u00e9tant organis\u00e9 et pr\u00e9par\u00e9 vous tirerez le meilleur profit de vos rendez-vous.<\/p>\n
DSelon l\u2019endroit o\u00f9 vous vivez, l\u2019acc\u00e8s \u00e0 un rhumatologue peut \u00eatre ardu. Il y a aussi une diminution du nombre de rhumatologues \u00e0 travers le pays et par cons\u00e9quent il peut s\u2019av\u00e9rer difficile d\u2019y avoir un rendez-vous. Le temps d\u2019attente des Canadiens pour rencontrer leur \u00e9quipe de soins peut varier consid\u00e9rablement. Les gens des r\u00e9gions urbaines ont g\u00e9n\u00e9ralement un temps d\u2019attente plus court tandis que ceux des r\u00e9gions rurales ont un temps d\u2019attente beaucoup plus long. Puisque les rhumatologues sont tr\u00e8s en demande, il est important de profiter au maximum de votre heure de rendez-vous.<\/strong><\/p>\n
La pr\u00e9paration aux rendez-vous devrait commencer des semaines \u00e0 l\u2019avance.<\/p>\n
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Avant votre rendez-vous<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Assurez-vous de couvrir la liste aide-m\u00e9moire pour vous aider \u00e0 pr\u00e9parer votre rendez-vous. Cela vous sauvera du temps et vous assurera que vous avez fourni \u00e0 votre rhumatologue toutes les informations critiques li\u00e9es \u00e0 votre sant\u00e9.<\/p>\n
Amenez un membre de votre famille ou un ami avec vous \u00e0 vos rendez-vous, en particulier au d\u00e9but de votre maladie et lorsque vous essayez de construire un plan de traitement adapt\u00e9 \u00e0 vos objectifs de sant\u00e9. Cela peut \u00e9galement aider les gens dans votre vie \u00e0 comprendre la gravit\u00e9 de votre maladie et leur donner l\u2019occasion de poser des questions. De plus, cela fournit quelqu\u2019un pour \u00e9couter et prendre des notes. Souvent, surtout juste apr\u00e8s le diagnostic, les patients sont anxieux et d\u00e9pass\u00e9s, il peut donc \u00eatre tr\u00e8s utile d\u2019avoir une autre personne sur place pour garder l\u2019information claire.<\/p>\n
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Faites une liste de vos questions par ordre d\u2019importance.<\/p>\n
Prenez note de vos sympt\u00f4mes tout au long du mois, afin de pouvoir les rapporter avec pr\u00e9cision lors de votre prochain rendez-vous; cela aidera le m\u00e9decin \u00e0 comprendre l\u2019\u00e9volution de votre maladie et de votre traitement.<\/p>\n
Soyez honn\u00eate \u00e0 propos de vos activit\u00e9s. Si vous avez oubli\u00e9 quelques doses de vos m\u00e9dicaments, si vous ne dormez pas bien (assurez-vous de noter le nombre d\u2019heures par nuit), si vous avez bu un verre de vin au souper ou si vous n\u2019avez pas fait vos exercices. R\u00e9pondez honn\u00eatement aux questions de votre m\u00e9decin. Ils appr\u00e9cieront votre ouverture et cela les aidera \u00e0 vous conseiller de mani\u00e8re \u00e9clair\u00e9e.<\/p>\n
Gardez vos informations \u00e0 jour. Sachez quand vos ordonnances doivent \u00eatre renouvel\u00e9es, quand vous avez rendez-vous avec d\u2019autres sp\u00e9cialistes pour des probl\u00e8mes li\u00e9s \u00e0 votre arthrite ou \u00e0 des complications, et quand des tests diagnostiques sont pr\u00e9vus.<\/p>\n
Si vous sentez que votre m\u00e9decin a compris vos inqui\u00e9tudes lors de vos rendez-vous et que ses interventions vous aident \u00e0 mieux vivre avec votre maladie, transmettez-lui ces pens\u00e9es. Les m\u00e9decins aiment savoir qu\u2019ils aident leurs patients.<\/p>\n
Nous avons mis en place une liste aide-m\u00e9moire pour vous aider \u00e0 planifier vos rendez-vous.<\/p>\n
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Virtual Appointments<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Si votre rendez-vous aura lieu virtuellement, nous vous encourageons \u00e0 utiliser la liste aide-m\u00e9moire ci-jointe pour vous assurer que vous \u00eates pr\u00eat et que votre environnement est appropri\u00e9 pour un rendez-vous virtuel.<\/p>\n
REMARQUE<\/strong>: Que votre rendez-vous soit en personne ou virtuel, assurez-vous de prendre des notes. Vous serez heureux d\u2019avoir les informations apr\u00e8s votre rendez-vous pour vous y r\u00e9f\u00e9rer, et vous \u00e9viterez d\u2019oublier les choses importantes qui ont \u00e9t\u00e9 discut\u00e9es. Il est toujours utile que quelqu\u2019un se joigne \u00e0 vous (un membre de la famille ou un ami); particuli\u00e8rement au d\u00e9but de votre diagnostic. Votre compagnon pourra vous aider \u00e0 vous souvenir de ce qui a \u00e9t\u00e9 dit et vous apportera un soutien pr\u00e9cieux.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Pendant le rendez-vous<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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TipsConseils \u00e0 garder \u00e0 l\u2019esprit:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Soyez ouvert et honn\u00eate.<\/li>\n
Assurez-vous d\u2019avoir r\u00e9ponse \u00e0 toutes vos questions et de bien comprendre.<\/li>\n
Si vous ne comprenez pas quelque chose; demandez des \u00e9claircissements ou des explications plus simples.<\/li>\n
Ne vous sentez pas press\u00e9 \u2013 avant de partir, assurez-vous qu\u2019on a r\u00e9pondu \u00e0 vos questions et que vous comprenez les prochaines \u00e9tapes. Les questions sans r\u00e9ponse vous laisseront contrari\u00e9 surtout qu\u2019un futur rendez-vous peut \u00eatre dans plusieurs mois.<\/li>\n
\u00catre \u00e0 l\u2019heure.<\/li>\n
Les rhumatologues sont occup\u00e9s \u2013 soyez compr\u00e9hensif et patient si vous devez attendre. Commencer un rendez-vous en col\u00e8re ou frustr\u00e9 peut conduire \u00e0 un rendez-vous moins que satisfaisant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Conseils \u00e0 garder \u00e0 l\u2019esprit lorsque vous parlez de votre plan de traitement:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Si possible, essayez de vous familiariser avec les diff\u00e9rentes classes de m\u00e9dicaments approuv\u00e9s au Canada pour traiter votre maladie diagnostiqu\u00e9e.<\/li>\n
Comprenez les effets de votre diagnostic \u00e0 court et \u00e0 long terme.<\/li>\n
Renseignez-vous sur la fa\u00e7on dont les traitements sugg\u00e9r\u00e9s par votre rhumatologue vous affecteront et quels pourraient \u00eatre les effets secondaires.<\/li>\n
Assurez-vous que vos rhumatologues connaissent tous les m\u00e9dicaments que vous prenez, y compris ceux prescrits par votre m\u00e9decin de famille ou un autre professionnel de la sant\u00e9.<\/li>\n
Demandez quand vous pouvez vous attendre \u00e0 voir des changements \u00e0 votre maladie. Il est important d\u2019\u00eatre r\u00e9aliste et de comprendre que chacun r\u00e9agit diff\u00e9remment aux m\u00e9dicaments. Ce qui peut prendre 4 semaines \u00e0 quelqu\u2019un, pourrait prendre 2 semaines \u00e0 quelqu\u2019un d\u2019autre ou 16 semaines \u00e0 une autre personne. N\u2019arr\u00eatez en aucun cas de prendre des m\u00e9dicaments prescrits sans avoir d\u2019abord discut\u00e9 avec votre rhumatologue.<\/li>\n
R\u00e9p\u00e9tez tout changement de posologie ou de m\u00e9dicaments \u00e0 votre rhumatologue pour vous assurer que vous avez bien compris quels sont les changements (c.-\u00e0-d. Augmentation de la dose ou de la fr\u00e9quence, ajout d\u2019un nouveau m\u00e9dicament ou comment modifier efficacement un m\u00e9dicament).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Suivi mensuel des symtomes (t\u00e9l\u00e9chargez)<\/a><\/li>\n
Traqueur de sant\u00e9 (t\u00e9l\u00e9chargez)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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On this page:<\/strong><\/p>
The Process of Getting a Referral and a Diagnosis<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
Your Treatment Plan<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
Working with your Healthcare team<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
Preparing for your appointmen<\/a>t<\/strong>
Appointment Checklist<\/li>
Virtual Appointment checklist<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
Resources<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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The Journey to getting a Referral and a Diagnosis<\/strong><\/h3>
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Most people who have a Spondyloarthritic condition receive a diagnosis from a rheumatologist (doctors who specialize in treating all forms of arthritis). Sometimes a dermatologist will diagnose Psoriatic Arthritis but refer you to a rheumatologist for further assessment and management. A rheumatologist should be your best resource and expert on your Spondyloarthritic condition. Different from your family doctor, rheumatologists are \u201cspecialists\u201d that have spent additional years of specialized training to become experts in diagnosing and treating arthritis.<\/p>
Getting a referral from your general practitioner (GP), or family doctor, can be challenging and incredibly frustrating. For many people, it can take 7-10 years to finally be diagnosed with AS. There are many reasons but the main reason is that GP\u2019s may not be familiar with many of the symptoms associated with the spondyloarthritic conditions.\u00a0<\/p>
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Additionally, there are many forms of arthritis (over 100) and symptoms can mirror those of many other different types of disease; so when a patient comes with symptoms of a less common form of arthritis, the GP may not be thinking of inflammatory arthritis.<\/p>
Additionally, depending on where you live, there may not be a rheumatologist close to you. Another issue is there are not enough rheumatologists in Canada to care for all of the people living various forms of arthritis. In Canada we have approximately 270 rheumatologists and more than 4.5 million people are living with some form of arthritis \u2013 clearly not enough rheumatologists to treat all of the people who need treatment. There are also regional disparities in where specialists practice (more in urban centres vs rural communities).<\/p>
However, there are a few things you can do that will be helpful:<\/p>
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Do research to determine if you have the symptoms of inflammatory arthritis. [take our assessment survey<\/a> results with you] <\/strong>
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Gradual onset of pain<\/li>
Persistent pain in lower back, buttocks and\/or hips longer than 3 months<\/li>
Pain\/stiffness in back and\/or hips worse with immobility, especially at night and in early morning<\/li>
Ongoing joint pain and swelling<\/li>
Back pain and stiffness that tends to ease with physical activity and exercise<\/li>
Ongoing morning stiffness, lasting more than an hour after rising<\/li>
Inability to continue daily work and living activities<\/li>
Inflammation of the eye (ie. iritis or uveitis)<\/li>
Tiredness and fatigue<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
Tell your doctor of your symptoms and that you believe they are similar to inflammatory arthritis. Keeping a journey can be helpful. <\/strong>
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Tell your doctor about any history of inflammatory arthritis in your family. <\/strong>
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Once your GP agrees your symptoms could be inflammatory arthritis, you may have x-rays, MRI\u2019s and blood work done in advance of being referred to a rheumatologist. The referral letter will include the following:
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The suspected diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis and possibly more specifically, a spondyloarthritic condition.<\/li>
Your medical history and any clinical findings. These may include morning stiffness, weight changes, fever patterns, mobility and number and types of joints affected.<\/li>
Copies of all reports, including MRIs, x-rays, and letters from any other specialists consulted.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>
Earlier and quicker diagnosis and appropriate treatment help prevent disease progression, joint damage, decrease in pain and swelling, and possibility decreasing forms of permanent disability.<\/p>
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If you are having difficulties getting a referral, be persistent.\u00a0Remember that you are entitled to get the care you deserve. Don\u2019t take \"no\" for an answer.<\/strong><\/p>
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Your Treatment Plan<\/strong><\/h3>
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It is essential your treatment plan to help manage your spondyloarthric condition be well-rounded. It must include management of the many physical, emotional, and logistical issues that a diagnosis of spondyloarthritis can present.<\/p>
Your treatment plan should be unique to your personal medical situation, needs, goals, and personal circumstances. A plan that may work well for one person may not work for another - it is important your doctor, and other healthcare professionals, understand you. Remember to always be completely open and honest. Don\u2019t down play any of your symptoms and be fully prepared and engaged in all your appointments.<\/p>
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Building a well-rounded, effective treatment plan includes several things:<\/h4>
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Healthcare team:<\/strong> your team can include more than one healthcare professional.\u00a0 Members of your team can be made up of several different professionals, depending on your disease(s) and personal situation. Common healthcare professionals on your team could include:
Rheumatologist<\/li>
General practitioner<\/li>
Internist<\/li>
Dermatologist<\/li>
Ophthalmologist<\/li>
Orthopedic surgeon<\/li>
Pediatric rheumatologist<\/li>
Rheumatology nurse<\/li>
Physiotherapist<\/li>
Occupational therapist<\/li>
Dietician<\/li>
Counselor\/Psychologist<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
Set personal goals:<\/strong>\u00a0through consultations with your team of healthcare professionals and loved ones, collaboratively agree on realistic goals. Goals should be based on what is realistic within the framework of your life. Setting goals will allow you to measure success and will help your healthcare team to understand where you want to go and help them to provide you with the tools to get there. They want nothing more for you than improved outcomes.Your goals should be very specific; for example:
\"I want to be able to go back to work 30 hours per week\".<\/li>
\"I want to travel without aids\".<\/li>
\"I want to walk regularly or do yoga\".<\/li>
\"I want to play with my children or grandchildren\".<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>
Be informed:<\/strong> learn and understand as much as you can about your condition. This will help you make informed decisions and ask the right questions. You will need to make important decisions about options-possibly including medications, surgeries, and complementary therapies. It\u2019s important to know the risks and benefits of treatments, and then, with input and insights from your team, make the decisions that is right for you.<\/li>
Live a healthy lifestyle:<\/strong>\u00a0a well-rounded treatment plan for Spondyloarthritis is critical. It includes maintaining a healthy body weight, appropriate levels of exercise, enough rest, good nutrition, and support from your family and friends. Try to find tools that work for you to reduce stress, anxiety and fatigue that are common symptoms of SpA.<\/li>
Share:<\/strong>\u00a0be sure to share your condition and goals the people closest to you. This includes family, close friends and possibly co-workers. A support system will be a valuable part of your journey.<\/li><\/ul>
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Remember that you and your healthcare team are the experts in your disease. Be careful where you find information \u2013 make sure its credible. Do not allow anyone, even the most well-meaning family members or friends, influence your treatment plan.<\/strong><\/p>
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Working with your Healthcare Team<\/strong><\/h3>
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When you are referred to a rheumatologist to be diagnosed, you have begun to build your healthcare team. You may receive or ask for referrals to other healthcare professionals including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, pain specialists and\/or orthopedic surgeons.<\/p>
Be sure to make the most out of the time you spend with members of your team. Here are some tips:<\/p>
It is important your healthcare provided (physio, OT, chiropractor) have knowledge and experience treating SpA.<\/li>
Feel comfortable with your HCP, and that you relate well on a personal level and he\/she understands your goals and what you want to achieve from treatment.<\/li>
Do your part. Be committed to your plan and follow-through.\u00a0 You can only succeed if you are committed to the goals you have defined and the plan you and your hcp have put together.
Attend appointments.<\/li>
Actually make the changes agreed to.<\/li>
Commit to exercise program or lifestyle changes agreed upon.<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
Keep track of any difficulties by keeping a journal or notebook. Record what and why things are difficult.\u00a0 and record the parts of your life that having arthritis has made most difficult.<\/li>
Be honest to yourself and your hcp. It\u2019s important your healthcare providers know how you are feeling, what you are doing or not. They want to help you but can\u2019t if you are not honest. If something isn\u2019t working he \/ she can alter your plan and provide solutions. They want to see you improve and be successful and lead active, independent lives.<\/li>
Evaluate progress and celebrate successes. Sometimes it takes time to get it just right. Remind yourself that what works for one person may not work for you. Don\u2019t get frustrated. Be open to trying new and different things<\/li><\/ul>
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BE PREPARED FOR APPOINTMENT<\/strong><\/h3>
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We can\u2019t stress how important it is to take time to prepare for your appointments. If you don\u2019t prepare, your appointments will likely not be as engaging and meaningful as they should be.\u00a0 Communicating openly and effectively is critical and being organized and prepared will help make the most of your appointments.\u00a0<\/p>
Depending on where you live, access to a rheumatologist may not be readily available. There is also a decline in the number of rheumatologists across the country and getting in to see one can be very difficult. It can vary on how long Canadians have to wait to see their healthcare team. People in urban areas generally have a shorter wait while those in rural areas have a much longer wait time. Because rheumatologists are in high demand, it is important to make the most of your appointment time.<\/strong><\/p>
Being prepared for appointments should be started weeks in advance.<\/p>
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Before your appointment:<\/strong><\/h3>
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Be sure to work through the checklist to help prepare for your appointment. This will save you time and will give you confidence that you have provided your rheumatologist with all the critical information related to your health.\u00a0<\/p>
Bring a family member or friend with you to your appointments, especially at the beginning of your disease experience and when you are trying to build a treatment path suitable to your health goals. This can also help people in your life to understand the seriousness of your disease and give them the opportunity to also ask questions. In addition, it provides someone to listen and take notes; often, especially just after diagnosis, patients are frightened and overwhelmed so having another person there to keep the details straight can be very helpful.<\/p>
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Be honest about your activities. If you have missed a few doses of your medications, if you haven\u2019t been sleeping well (be sure to note how many hours per night), if you have been enjoying a glass of wine with dinner, or if you haven\u2019t been exercising.\u00a0 Answer your doctor\u2019s questions honestly. They will appreciate your openness and it will help them to advice you in an informed way.<\/p>
Keep on top of details. Know when your prescriptions need to be renewed, when you have appointments to see other specialists for issues related to your arthritis or complications, and when any diagnostic tests are scheduled for.<\/p>
If you feel that your doctor has heard your concerns during appointments and responded in a way that helps you to live better with your disease, pass those thoughts on to him or her. Doctors appreciate hearing and knowing that they are helping their patients.<\/p>
We have adopted a checklist to help you plan for your appointments.<\/p>
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Virtual Appointments<\/strong><\/h3>
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If your appointment will be held virtually, we encourage you to use the attached check-list to ensure you are prepared and your surroundings are appropriate for a virtual appointment.\u00a0<\/p>
NOTE:\u00a0<\/strong>Whether your appointment is in person or virtually, be sure to take notes. You will be glad to have the information after your appointment to refer back to, and you will avoid forgetting anything important that was discussed. Having someone join you (a family member or friend) is always helpful; particularly when you are first diagnosed. Your companion will be able to help you remember what was said and be valuable support.<\/p>
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During the Appointment<\/strong><\/h3>
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Tips to keep in mind:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>
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Be open and honest.<\/li>
Make sure all your questions are answered and understood.<\/li>
If you don\u2019t understand something; ask for clarification or to be explained again more simply.<\/li>
Don\u2019t feel rushed \u2013 before you leave, make sure your questions have been answered and you understand next steps. Unanswered questions will leave you frustrated and as a future appointment may be several months away.<\/li>
Be on time.<\/li>
Rheumatologists are busy \u2013 be understanding and patient if you need to wait. Going into an appointment angry or frustrated can lead to a less than satisfactory appointment.<\/li><\/ul>
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Tips to keep in mind when talking about your treatment plan:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>
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If possible, try to be familiar with the various classes of medications approved in Canada to treat your diagnosed condition.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>
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Understand what the long- and short-term effects are of your diagnosis.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>
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Ask about how the treatments your rheumatologist is suggesting will affect you and what the side effects may be.<\/li><\/ul>
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Be sure your rheumatologists are aware of all the medications you are taking including any prescribed by your family doctor or another healthcare professional.<\/li><\/ul>
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Ask about when you can expect to see any changes in your condition. It\u2019s important to be realistic and understand everyone reacts differently to medications. What may take someone 4 weeks to see a difference may take another person 2 weeks or 16 weeks. Don\u2019t under any circumstance stop taking prescribed medication without a conversation with your rheumatologist first.<\/li><\/ul>
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Repeat back any change in dosing or medications to your rheumatologist to ensure you\u2019ve understood what the change are (ie. increase in dose or frequency, adding a new medication or how to effectively change a medication)<\/li><\/ul>
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Resources<\/strong>:<\/p>
Monthly Symptom Tracker (Download)<\/a><\/li>
Health Tracker (Download)<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Building a well-rounded, effective treatment plan includes several things:<\/h4>\u00a0<\/p>