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A 16-year-old competitive swimmer from an affluent family presented with unexplained joint swelling and fatigue. Dr. Khopde diagnosed juvenile dermatomyositis after extensive testing. Treatment involved corticosteroids and immunosuppressants, with the patient returning to competitive swimming within 9 months under careful monitoring.
A 65-year-old retired school teacher from a middle-class background came with severe hand deformities and chronic pain, having self-medicated with Ayurvedic remedies for years. Dr. Khopde diagnosed advanced rheumatoid arthritis and initiated biologic therapy alongside occupational therapy, resulting in significant pain reduction and improved hand function within 4 months.
A 28-year-old software engineer developed sudden onset of widespread muscle weakness and skin rash. Dr. Khopde identified statin-induced necrotizing autoimmune myopathy, an extremely rare condition. Immediate drug discontinuation and aggressive immunotherapy led to complete recovery in 6 weeks.
A 42-year-old construction worker with limited healthcare access presented with debilitating back pain that worsened at night. Dr. Khopde diagnosed ankylosing spondylitis and started TNF-alpha inhibitors. The hospital's patient assistance program helped cover treatment costs, with the patient returning to work in 3 months.
A 9-year-old girl from a low-income family developed persistent fever and joint pain following a viral infection. Dr. Khopde diagnosed systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis with macrophage activation syndrome. Intensive hospital care and IL-1 blockade therapy resulted in complete remission after 8 weeks.
A 57-year-old farmer with long-standing psoriasis developed progressive joint stiffness. Dr. Khopde diagnosed psoriatic arthritis and initiated a novel JAK inhibitor treatment. The patient's family was extensively educated about disease management, leading to excellent treatment adherence and symptom control.
A 33-year-old pregnant woman presented with lupus flare-up in her second trimester. Dr. Khopde coordinated with obstetricians to manage the condition using pregnancy-safe medications, resulting in successful delivery of a healthy baby and controlled lupus symptoms postpartum.
A 71-year-old retired army officer with complex medical history including diabetes and hypertension developed giant cell arteritis with vision threats. Dr. Khopde initiated high-dose steroids with rapid taper protocol, preserving vision and achieving remission within 3 months despite multiple comorbidities.
A 19-year-old college student from another state presented with unexplained weight loss and joint pain. Dr. Khopde diagnosed sarcoidosis with musculoskeletal involvement. Treatment involved corticosteroids and methotrexate, with the patient able to resume studies remotely during recovery.
A 48-year-old homemaker with fibromyalgia had tried numerous alternative therapies without success. Dr. Khopde developed a multidisciplinary approach combining medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, and graded exercise, resulting in 70% symptom improvement over 6 months.
A 62-year-old shopkeeper with gout had multiple emergency visits for acute attacks. Dr. Khopde implemented a comprehensive urate-lowering strategy with patient education about dietary modifications, eliminating acute attacks completely within 4 months of treatment.
A 25-year-old professional dancer developed unexplained tendonitis and dry eyes. Dr. Khopde diagnosed undifferentiated connective tissue disease and created a customized treatment plan that allowed the patient to continue dancing while managing symptoms effectively.
A 39-year-old auto-rickshaw driver presented with severe Raynaud's phenomenon and skin tightening. Dr. Khopde diagnosed limited systemic sclerosis and initiated vasodilators and immunosuppressants, significantly improving digital blood flow and preventing digital ulcers.