At SGH Rheumatology and Immunology Department (RHI), we see patients with Adult-onset Still's disease (AOSD). It is a rare systemic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects adults. It is characterized by recurring episodes of spiking fever, joint pain and inflammation, skin rash, sore throat, and other general symptoms of inflammation, such as fatigue, muscle pain, and loss of appetite.
It is worth nothing that in some cases, AOSD may be confused with infection (sepsis), and even cancer. Vice-versa, infections (sepsis) and cancer may appear as if it is AOSD, even to doctor. Essentially, it is important for the Rheumatologist at SGH RHI to assess you carefully to ensure that you have AOSD, and not sepsis or any underlying cancer. This is so that you are given the correct treatment.
