Psoriatic arthritis basics

If you’ve already been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, or PsA, you probably know a bit about it, but it’s easy to feel lost in the science, so here’s a quick refresher. If you’re new to PsA or would like to share the basics with someone else or prepare for a conversation about it, you’ll find what you need in this section.

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How does PsA work?

Psoriatic arthritis works inside your body to cause symptoms you may recognise.

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PsA vs Pso

What’s the difference between psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis?

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Once you’ve had PsA for a while, flares may seem less scary, but that doesn’t mean you should put up with them – speak to your doctor if you have any symptoms
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Looking out for PsA

Psoriatic arthritis can affect various parts of the body – which are familiar to you?

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Why do you have PsA?

Find out what causes PsA, whether there may be a genetic link, and if there’s anything else you should watch out for.

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Do you recognise the symptoms?

Everyone’s different, but you may find the classic signs familiar.

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How can you be certain it’s PsA?

Do you know which doctors and tests you’ll encounter?

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What could the future hold?

Does psoriatic arthritis (PsA) always stay the same?

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