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.
Psoriatic arthritis works inside your body to cause symptoms you may recognise.
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
Psoriatic arthritis can affect various parts of the body – which are familiar to you?
Find out what causes PsA, whether there may be a genetic link, and if there’s anything else you should watch out for.
Everyone’s different, but you may find the classic signs familiar.
Do you know which doctors and tests you’ll encounter?
Does psoriatic arthritis (PsA) always stay the same?
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