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The principles of when to refer in rheumatologic disorders vary little from the general pattern, but some disease-specific advice is helpful. Follow the age-old tenets of referring if diagnosis is uncertain, if treatment advice is needed, or if you are unable to meet the many needs of patients with chronic illnesses. It is often valuable to ask why the patient wants a referral. Education, referral to allied health professionals, and assessing how well you are supporting the patient are all important. It is also essential to maintain contact with both patient and consultant if referral is necessary.
在风湿性疾病中，何时转诊的原则与一般模式相差不大，但一些针对特定疾病的建议是有帮助的。如果诊断不确定、需要治疗建议，或者无法满足慢性疾病患者的众多需求，就应遵循古老的转诊原则。询问患者希望转诊的原因通常是有价值的。教育、向相关健康专业人员转诊以及评估您对患者的支持程度都很重要。如果需要转诊，还必须与患者和顾问保持联系。
