So I May ... MAY ... not have PsA After AllYou ever have one of those the-heavens-open-up-sun-shines-down moments of clarity? I might have had one yesterday. And it MIGHT change everything I think about myself. I won't get confirmation about...reactions6repliesRheumatologistDiagnosis
PsA diagnosis without psoriasis?Has anyone been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis without showing signs of psoriasis? If so, how long did it take you to get diagnosed?...reactions11repliesDiagnosis
Which tests should I have for a psoriatic arthritis diagnosis?I have a recent diagnosis of PsA. Systemic bloodwork is negative for inflammation. My mother had lupus discoid. I have an inflammatory bowel disease that started around 2 years ago...reactions1replyDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
New here - Where to start?I have had mild/moderate ulcerative colitis my entire adult life (in my mid-50's now). My last bad flare was almost 2 years ago. After that, I developed some patches of...reactions1replyDiagnosisComorbidities
Newbie - long waiting time for RhumatologistHi I am jus new to this. I went to the doctors a few months back as I was having back pain that was waking me in the night and...reactions7repliesDiagnosisRheumatologistSymptoms
Psoriatic Arthritis or NeurapothyMy doctor tells me that I have Neuropothy. I am taking Neurotin and it doesn't seem to help. I'm wondering if I don't have Psoriatic Arthritis. I am Celiac and...reactions8repliesComorbiditiesDiagnosis
Hi there and new to the groupHi all, Sounds like a very familiar story after having reads some of the posts, but am 44 and was officially diagnosed with PsA about 12 months ago. Since a...reactions3repliesDiagnosis
To confirm diagnosis, do I see a rheumatologist or dermatologist?I have severe pain, arthritis, psoriasis, and scleroderma (diagnosed 20 years ago). Do I go to rheumatologist or dermatologist? My psoriasis was so bad in my hands I wore gloves...reactions5repliesRheumatologistDiagnosis
Joined todayI joined the forum today to connect with people that will have an understanding of the disease. I feel that it is a hidden illness and even though people may...reactions6repliesFriends & FamilyDiagnosis
New Here and Feeling LostHi, all. I'm not sure how to start this, but I had my first appointment with a rheumatologist last Monday. My final diagnosis is not certain yet, but I believe...reactions2repliesTreatmentWork & EmploymentDiagnosis