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Arthritis is a chronic disorder that affects 1 in every 5 Canadians, or about 6 million people over the age of 15. And over half of those Canadians suffering with arthritis are younger than 65. It is one of the major reasons people see their doctor and one of the leading causes of disability in...
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Contrary to what many people think, arthritis doesn't only target adults or seniors. Juvenile arthritis can strike children of any age.
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Did you know that there are several different types of arthritis? Learn about the most common forms and their symptoms.
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Psoriatic arthritis is just one of several kinds of arthritis. And within psoriatic arthritis, did you know that there are five types that may appear?
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Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory arthritis that affects up to 30% of people who have psoriasis. What do you know about it?
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition that causes the lining of your joints or other body areas to become inflamed. As it progresses, it further damages the tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and bone in your joints. It may also damage other areas of the body, including the lungs or blood ...
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If you have been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, a variety of treatments exist. Know your options.
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No single test exists to provide a conclusive diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis. So how does your doctor arrive at this diagnosis?

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About 1% to 3% of the Canadian population suffers from the chronic skin condition called psoriasis. This condition is more common among Caucasian people than among those of African descent. Up to 30% of Canadians with psoriasis will also suffer from inflammation, pain, or disability in the joints. W...
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is one of over 100 different types of arthritis. While most types of arthritis become more likely to occur as we age, RA can attack at any age.