Dr. Joseph Peter Lim - Rheumatology and Adult Diseases

20/08/2025

Clinic Advisory

In observance of Ninoy Aquino Day, there will be no clinic on August 21, 2025 (Thursday).

Regular clinic schedule will resume the following day.

Thank you for your understanding.

15/08/2025

Is your blood pressure in the healthy range?

Blood pressure tells us how hard your heart is working and how healthy your arteries are. Knowing your numbers can help prevent serious problems like stroke, heart attack, and kidney damage.

Check your category:
• Normal: Less than 120/80
• Elevated: 120–129 / less than 80
• Stage 1 Hypertension: 130–139 or 80–89
• Stage 2 Hypertension: 140 or higher, or 90 or higher
• Severe Hypertension: Higher than 180 and/or higher than 120 (no symptoms) — call your doctor
• Hypertensive Emergency: Higher than 180 and/or higher than 120 with symptoms — seek emergency care immediately

Symptoms to watch for: chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness, weakness, vision changes, or difficulty speaking.

Take your blood pressure regularly. If your numbers are high, see your doctor for advice on management and treatment.

Get your blood pressure checked at least once a year and understand what the numbers mean. Severe high blood pressure combined with symptoms such as chest pain or trouble speaking may be a hypertensive emergency, according to the new high blood pressure guideline, and you should call 911 immediately.

08/08/2025

Ankylosing Spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects the spine.

Here’s what you need to know:
• AS often starts in your lower back or buttocks.
• Morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes is common.
• Pain improves with movement, not with rest.
• It affects more men than women, usually before age 45.
• Over time, untreated AS can fuse parts of your spine.

Watch for these signs:
• Ongoing lower back pain that wakes you up at night.
• Pain that lasts for more than 3 months.
• Red, painful eyes (uveitis) in some patients.
• Family history of similar symptoms.

Early diagnosis helps you avoid long-term damage.

Message this page for more information or to schedule an appointment.

03/08/2025

Psoriasis is NOT contagious but awareness is.

To start off let's get the facts straight. ⬇️

You don't have to take on psoriatic diseases alone; we are here to help. Find out more about psoriasis with the latest news, treatment updates, and more: psoriasis.org/psoriasis-action-month

01/08/2025

🟣 August is Psoriasis Awareness Month!

Did you know that up to 30% of people with psoriasis may go on to develop Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)?

🦴 Psoriatic Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes:
🔸 Joint pain, swelling, and stiffness
🔸 Morning stiffness that lasts more than 30 minutes
🔸 Fatigue
🔸 Nail changes (pitting, lifting)
🔸 Pain where tendons or ligaments attach to bone (enthesitis)
🔸 Dactylitis – sausage-like swelling of fingers/toes

📌 It typically develops 5–10 years after skin symptoms, but joint issues can come first — or even occur without visible psoriasis.

🚨 Why early diagnosis matters:
If left untreated, PsA can lead to irreversible joint damage and disability.
The good news? With proper diagnosis and treatment, most people can manage symptoms and maintain a good quality of life.

👨‍⚕️ If you or a loved one has psoriasis and any of these symptoms, consult a rheumatologist for evaluation.

📞 Book an appointment today. Early detection = less joint damage.
💬 DM us to learn more or to schedule your visit.

19/07/2025

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03/07/2025

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT | CLINIC UPDATE

We would like to inform our valued patients and colleagues that Ms. Viney Pomperada is no longer affiliated with Clinic Room 415, Metro Bacolod Hospital and Medical Center, effective July 1, 2025.

Please be advised that she is also no longer connected with the hospital in any capacity as of the same date.

For any concerns or clarifications, you may contact our clinic directly. We remain committed to providing quality care and continuous service to all our patients.

Thank you for your understanding.

—
Dr. Joseph Peter Lim

18/06/2025

FAKE NEWS ALERT!

🧑‍⚕️ Dr. Jose Paulo Lorenzo has NOT endorsed any milk product as a treatment for spinal injuries, arthritis, osteomyelitis, gout, or other musculoskeletal conditions.

🔍 The story involving a supposed dramatic recovery through milk is fabricated, emotionally manipulative, and medically misleading. No clinical evidence supports these exaggerated claims, and no such product has been recommended or prescribed by Dr. Lorenzo.

✅ Always verify health-related claims with your physician.
✅ Be cautious of posts using emotional storytelling to market unverified health products.
✅ When in doubt, consult licensed professionals and trusted medical organizations.

Let’s help stop the spread of misinformation.
📢 Please share this post to keep your loved ones informed and safe.

Department Of Health Philippine

29/05/2025

𝗠𝗽𝗼𝘅, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗽𝗼𝘅, 𝘂𝗸𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘀?

Kilalahon ang kinalain sang mga sintomas sang Mpox, Chickenpox, kag Measles agud masiguro ang husto nga medikasyon kag malikawan ang paglapta sang balatian sa aton komunidad.

Maghalong kag mangin maalam para protektado ikaw kag ang imo pamilya.

29/05/2025

24/05/2025

💉 Flu Vaccine Now Available at Agustin Medical Clinics!

Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season.

📍 Drop by for your flu shot — quick, safe, and effective protection starts here!

📩 You may message us here for inquiries or text:
📞 09282598495

📢 2025 Flu Vaccine Now Available! 📢

Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season! The 2025 Flu Vaccine is now available at our clinic.

✅ Protects against the latest flu strains
✅ Recommended for adults, especially those with chronic conditions and weakened immune systems

💉 Get vaccinated today!
For inquiries or appointments, contact:

📞 Riverside Medical Center Medical Arts Building – 09624845664 (Cindy)
📞 Metro Bacolod Hospital and Medical Center – 09684187873 (Viney)
📞 VitalRx Arthritis Clinic and Pharmacy – 09660736942 (Jonalee)

Stay protected and healthy this flu season! 💙

23/05/2025

Philippine College of Physicians
Statement on Using Milk As Substitute For Tuberculosis Medication
23 May 2025

Amid misinformation about the health benefits of drinking milk to combat tuberculosis, the Philippine College of Physicians (P*P) and Philippine College of Chest Physicians (PCCP) Council on Tuberculosis would like to clarify that tuberculosis is a disease entity caused by: Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is transmitted through airborne droplets between people.

Active TB disease, with susceptible strains, can be cured by a combination of a 4-drug regimen: isoniazid, rifampin, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol given over a span of 6 months. Milk supplementation supports bone health but is not an alternative to TB management.

Delay of treatment can cause spread to other organs and other people and may even lead to death.