Psoriatic Arthritis Disability Rates
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
- More Info
When To Call A Professional
Calll your doctor if you have symptoms of psoriatic arthritis.
Prognosis
The outlook for people with this disease varies. For some, psoriatic arthritis is a minor annoyance that requires medication only at times when symptoms are worse. However, in up to 25% of people with psoriatic arthritis, the condition causes disability with severe, unrelenting joint damage over time. With appropriate therapy, the majority of people with psoriatic arthritis have good control of...
Read moreMore information on "Psoriatic Arthritis Disability Rates"
From Our Experts
Passion, Perseverance, and Psoriatic Arthritis: A Discussion with...
Byron Janis has a charming laugh. Maria Cooper Janis loves her husband. As a couple, the Janises are warm and inviting. I was... Read more »
Disability Diagnosis for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Rheumatologists are frequently required to evaluate the functional disability of their patients for employers, disability attorneys,... Read more »
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment, Work Disability and Employability
The pain, fatigue and limited mobility associated with RA affect all parts of a persons' life, especially the ability to work productively.... Read more »
Joint Pain? How to Know if You have Psoriatic Arthritis
As many as 30 percent of people with psoriasis actually have psoriatic arthritis, a form of inflammatory arthritis. How do you know,... Read more »
Chronic Illness, Disability and Abuse: Staying Safe
MyRACentral and several other HealthCentral communities are marking Domestic Violence Awareness Month with posts about the issue and how it... Read more »
From Our Sources
Comparative Effectiveness of Drug Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthr...
Rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis are among the most disabling forms of arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which affects 1 percent of the U.S.... Read more »
Psoriatic arthritis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Psoriatic arthritis is a type of arthritis that often occurs with psoriasis of the skin. Alternative Names Arthritis - psoriatic ... Read more »
Information on Rheumatoid Arthritis Medications
From the FDA Consumer Magazine, March-April 2005 by Carol Rados Few people with arthritis would be willing to stop taking a medication that works,... Read more »
6 Differences Between Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Which form of arthritis do you have? Arthritis comes in many forms. In fact, this term can apply to a number of conditions, including psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and osteoarthritis. Two of these conditions--rheumatoid...
Conditions That Mimic Rheumatoid Arthritis 
10 Ways Lupus Affects the Body 
10 Celebrities with Rheumatoid Arthritis 
8 Tips for Coping with Lupus Featuring Content From:
- About Us |
- Contact Us |
- Privacy Policy |
- Terms of Use |
- Security Policy |
- Advertising Policy |
- Advertise With Us
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2013 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
