Helen Benham

Rheumatologist

Female📍 Woolloongabba

About of Helen Benham

Helen Benham is a Rheumatologist based at 37 Kent Street, Woolloongabba, QLD 4102, Australia. She looks after people who have ongoing joint and muscle problems, plus some tummy and skin issues that can come along for the ride.


In her day-to-day work, Helen treats a mix of conditions that affect how people move and feel. This can include arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. She also helps when infections play a part, including septic arthritis and infectious arthritis. At times, reactive arthritis and viral gastroenteritis can be part of the same story, especially when symptoms flare up after an illness.


Some cases are more urgent than others. Joint pain with fever, sickness, or sudden swelling needs quick assessment to rule out serious causes. Helen’s approach is practical and focused on getting answers, easing pain, and helping patients understand what is driving the inflammation.


Her clinic also covers people with skin-related inflammatory conditions like psoriasis, and related inflammation such as psoriatic arthritis. There are also non-joint issues that may show up in rheumatology care, including Cushing’s syndrome and hypophosphatemia, where symptoms can affect energy, strength, and overall wellbeing.


Over time, many people she sees have symptoms that come and go. That can be frustrating, and it takes steady care to keep things under control. Helen works with patients to sort out triggers, support long-term management, and plan follow-up when things change.


Experience is reflected in the kinds of conditions she treats, such as RA, ankylosing spondylitis, septic arthritis, and psoriasis-related disease. Education details are not listed here, so there isn’t any training history available in this profile. Research and clinical trials information also isn’t included at this stage.


Helen Benham stays based in Woolloongabba, where she helps local patients who need clear guidance for inflammatory and arthritis-related problems, whether the issue is long-term or started after an infection.

Services & Conditions Treated

Radiation EnteritisArthritisInfectious ArthritisReactive ArthritisSeptic ArthritisAnkylosing SpondylitisCushing's syndromeHypophosphatemiaNecrosisPsoriasisPsoriatic ArthritisRheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Viral GastroenteritisX-Linked Hypophosphatemia

Publications

1 total

Rheumatology specialist care delivered at the Southern QLD Centre of Excellence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care.

Internal medicine journal • February 15, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions does Dr Helen Benham treat?
Dr Helen Benham is a rheumatologist who helps with conditions like arthritis (including rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis), ankylosing spondylitis, reactive arthritis, septic arthritis, and inflammatory and metabolic issues such as hypophosphatemia and Cushing's syndrome.
What services does she offer?
Her listed services cover a range of rheumatology care, including management of inflammatory and infectious arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and related conditions such as radiation enteritis and various metabolic or autoimmune issues.
Where is the clinic located?
The clinic is at 37 Kent Street, Woolloongabba, QLD 4102, Australia.
How do I book an appointment with Dr Benham?
To book an appointment, contact the Woolloongabba clinic at the address above. The details listed correspond to Dr Benham’s practice.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring any relevant medical records, current medications, and notes from previous visits if you have them. If you have concerns about infections or specific symptoms, mention them during booking or at check-in.
What concerns do patients commonly raise about rheumatology appointments?
Patients often ask about how a diagnosis is made, what tests are needed, and the best plan for managing symptoms and improving quality of life. Your doctor will discuss the plan and set goals with you.

Contact Information

37 Kent Street, Woolloongabba, QLD 4102, Australia

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