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Psoriatic arthritis is hard to diagnose. Doctors use exams lab tests and imaging to confirm it.

WHAT PSORIATIC ARTHRITIS LOOKS LIKE

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WHY DIAGNOSIS IS HARD

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CLINICAL CHECKS DOCTORS USE

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KEY LAB TESTS FOR PSA

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THE CASPAR CRITERIA

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IMAGING THAT REVEALS PSA

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WHAT HAPPENS AFTER TESTING

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Stories

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THE GOLD STANDARD TEST FOR PSORIATIC ARTHRITIS

WHAT PSORIATIC ARTHRITIS LOOKS LIKE

Psoriatic arthritis causes joint pain stiffness and swelling with skin and nail changes. Symptoms vary which makes diagnosis challenging.

WHY DIAGNOSIS IS HARD

PsA looks similar to rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. Doctors must compare symptoms and rule out other joint diseases.

CLINICAL CHECKS DOCTORS USE

Doctors examine joints skin and nails. Family history and previous psoriasis help guide the diagnosis.

KEY LAB TESTS FOR PSA

Blood tests check inflammation. RF and anti CCP help rule out rheumatoid arthritis. Joint fluid tests offer more clues.

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THE CASPAR CRITERIA

The CASPAR criteria are the top tool used by doctors. They combine symptoms lab results imaging and psoriasis signs.

IMAGING THAT REVEALS PSA

X rays MRI and ultrasound detect inflammation and early joint damage. MRI finds changes that x rays might miss.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER TESTING

Doctors monitor symptoms track inflammation and adjust treatment. Early diagnosis lowers long term joint damage.

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