Does PsA Increase Your Risk of Developing Cancer?Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of arthritis. Symptoms of PsA can include joint pain and inflammation, fatigue, and nail changes. PsA often happens along with a skin condition called...reactionscomments
Allodynia and Its Impact on People With Psoriatic ArthritisPeople with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can have different types of joint pain in addition to the usual skin symptoms. In fact, pain is the most common symptom people with all...reactions7comments
Understanding Body Temperature Changes in Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an autoimmune disease that affects some people with psoriasis. About one-third of people with psoriasis might get PsA. PsA symptoms include sore and swollen joints and...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis and VertigoPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an autoimmune condition that affects the joints and the skin. Many people with PsA also have vertigo or dizziness. There is not a lot of research...reactions10comments
Fibromyalgia and Psoriatic Arthritis: What’s the Difference?Fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) are often confused because they share similar symptoms. This can lead to confusion and misdiagnosis. To add to the complexity, some people have both fibromyalgia...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis: How It Affects the HandsPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an inflammatory condition that affects the skin, joints, and tendons. This inflammation can occur in any joint or tendon in the body. However, the hands, each...reactions13comments
The Eyes Have It Too!Among the many manifestations of psoriatic arthritis that can occur outside the musculoskeletal system, eye involvement is one of the most common inflammatory processes. Often initially mistaken for pink eye...reactionscomments
Can You Have Psoriatic Arthritis Without Psoriasis?Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) consistently gets compared and linked to other conditions. Of course, it can be painful to have a valid condition compared to something else, like rheumatoid arthritis or...reactions3comments
What Distinguishes Psoriatic Arthritis From Other Types of Arthritis?An excellent question I often get from a lot of my patients, and even residents who rotate with me, is how I can tell the difference between psoriatic arthritis and...reactions11comments
Methotrexate AccessMethotrexate is a common drug prescribed to people with inflammatory forms of arthritis and other autoimmune diseases. In an autoimmune disease, a person's immune system mistakes healthy cells for foreign...reactionscomments
Baker's Cysts and Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) can sometimes trigger another painful condition called a Baker's cyst. A Baker's cyst (popliteal or synovial cyst) is a fluid-filled lump that develops behind your knee. It...reactions2comments
Sugar and PsA Inflammation: What’s The Link?What we eat has a major impact on our health. Many studies suggest that the way we eat can increase or decrease our risk for diet-related chronic diseases. Sugar is...reactions1comment
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and ShinglesThe two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that impacts your immune system. Shingles is a common viral infection that...reactionscomments
Understanding Vaccine RecommendationsEvery year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a specific disease. They are our best protection against...reactionscomments
What Is a PsARC Exam?Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a complex disease. The symptoms – which can include joint pain, inflammation, and swelling of the fingers and toes – vary from person to person. The...reactions1comment
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Nearly 20 percent of people who get shingles will develop PHN. PHN causes severe pain that can last...reactionscomments
What Is Shingles?Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the United States. Its telltale sign is a painful...reactions1comment
Blood Tests and Sed Rate in Psoriatic ArthritisBlood tests are commonly used as a tool to diagnose psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Specifically, a type of blood test called a “sed rate test” is used to determine the level...reactions4comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices...reactionscomments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This...reactionscomments
