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Have you been treating your psoriatic arthritis, and are still experiencing symptoms? You could have too much inflammation.
Ongoing skin and joint symptoms could be a sign that the inflammation from your psoriatic arthritis (PsA) isn’t being controlled. That can lead to irreversible joint damage within the first year of diagnosis. Could you have too much inflammation? Learn more—and ask your doctor about how to help control inflammation.
PsA Fact 1
Inflammation associated with PsA usually affects your skin and causes joint symptoms like pain and swelling. PsA can cause irreversible joint damage within the first year if not treated.
Your doctor will screen for other conditions and may partner with other healthcare providers to better manage your care.
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PsA
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Inflammation associated with PsA usually affects your skin and causes joint symptoms like pain and swelling. PsA can cause irreversible joint damage within the first year if not treated.
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PsA Facts
About 1 in 3 people with psoriasis may develop psoriatic arthritis.
About 85% of people with psoriatic arthritis develop skin symptoms like red, flaky patches known as plaques before they develop joint symptoms.
Joint pain may appear within 10 years after psoriasis symptoms first appear.
The joint inflammation caused by psoriatic arthritis can result in joint and tissue damage that can get worse over time.
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Make your next appointment more productive
Come prepared to talk to your rheumatologist with a downloadable Doctor Discussion Guide.
Make your next appointment more productive
Come prepared to talk to your dermatologist with a downloadable Doctor Discussion Guide.
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If you’ve been diagnosed with PsA:
- Download and complete this guide and bring it to your appointment.
- Walk through your answers with your rheumatologist so they understand your symptoms and can review whether you're meeting your treatment goals.
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Explore PsA Treatment Options
There are many different treatments for psoriatic arthritis. Talk to your doctor and discuss a treatment plan that can help you achieve your personal goals, such as living with less joint pain and clearer skin.
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Make Your Next Appointment More Productive
Come prepared to talk to your rheumatologist with a downloadable Doctor Discussion Guide
Make Your Next Appointment More Productive
Come prepared to talk to your dermatologist with a downloadable Doctor Discussion Guide
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PsA Fact
Did you know that PsA can also cause irreversible joint damage within the first year if not treated?
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Make Your Next Appointment More Productive
Come prepared to talk to your rheumatologist with a downloadable Doctor Discussion Guide
Understand PsA Inflammation
Chronic inflammation can cause irreversible joint damage—and may affect other parts of your body.
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Make Your Next Appointment More Productive
Come prepared to talk to your dermatologist with a downloadable Doctor Discussion Guide
Understand PsA Inflammation
Chronic inflammation can cause irreversible joint damage—and may affect other parts of your body.
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Make Your Next Appointment More Productive
Come prepared to talk to your dermatologist with a Doctor Discussion Guide
What is Psoriatic Arthritis?
It's a chronic inflammatory disease that attacks both the skin and joints. About 1 in 3 people with psoriasis may develop PsA.
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