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Can you prevent psoriatic arthritis?

Can you prevent psoriatic arthritis?

Psoriatic arthritis causes joint pain and inflammation, usually in people who already have psoriasis. It is impossible to predict who will get psoriatic arthritis, however, and there is no surefire strategy for preventing it. About 30% of people with psoriasis eventually develop psoriatic arthritis. Preventive strategies for psoriasis focus on identifying triggers and treating symptoms […]

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Symmetric vs. asymmetric arthritis: What to know

Symmetric vs. asymmetric arthritis: What to know

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What are the complications of psoriatic arthritis?

What are the complications of psoriatic arthritis?

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What to know about distal interphalangeal joint pain

What to know about distal interphalangeal joint pain

The distal interphalangeal joint connects the bones at the tips of the fingers. Many people with arthritis experience pain at this location. People who experience distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint pain may also experience other symptoms, depending on which type of arthritis they have. Getting a diagnosis for arthritis as early as possible is vital, as […]

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Otezla (apremilast)

Otezla (apremilast)

What is Otezla? Otezla (apremilast) is a brand-name prescription medication. It comes as a tablet you take by mouth. Otezla is used to treat plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, a form of arthritis that can occur in people with psoriasis. Otezla belongs to a class of medications called disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). Drugs in this […]

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A guide to psoriatic arthritis medication

A guide to psoriatic arthritis medication

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What to know about inflammatory rheumatism

What to know about inflammatory rheumatism

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Through my eyes: Autoimmune conditions

Through my eyes: Autoimmune conditions

I have several autoimmune conditions: Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, celiac disease, and systemic lupus erythemus. There is currently no cure for any of the autoimmune conditions I have. Healthcare professionals define autoimmune conditions as occurring when the immune system, which normally protects the body from infection by fighting bacteria and viruses, behaves abnormally […]

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Steroids for rheumatoid arthritis: Everything you need to know

Steroids for rheumatoid arthritis: Everything you need to know

Steroids, or corticosteroids, can help relieve inflammation. Since rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory autoimmune disorder, steroids are often one part of the treatment plan. Different steroid types exist, each with specific benefits and side effects. The corticosteroids that help treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are not the same as the steroids an athlete might take to […]

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What to know about tumor necrosis factor

What to know about tumor necrosis factor

Tumor necrosis factor is a protein found in the human body. Doctors link it with many inflammatory conditions, including forms of arthritis. In a healthy person, tumor necrosis factor (TNF) helps the body to fight off infections. In people with autoimmune diseases, however, high levels of TNF in the blood can cause unnecessary inflammation, resulting […]