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Explore the Types of Arthritis

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Explore the Types of Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

Autoimmune disease that affects the joints

Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)

Autoimmune disease that affects joints, skin, and other parts of the body

Osteoarthritis (OA)

Wear and tear of the joints that often occurs with age or injury

 

How are the diseases different?

Learn more about the symptoms associated with each condition.

RA vs. OA

PsA vs. RA

Living with Different Types of Arthritis

Arthritis may impact more than just your joints. Over time, it may also affect other important aspects of your life. That’s why we’ve asked trusted voices and friends in the arthritis community for useful tips and advice that support the whole you—body, life, and spirit.

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Find practical and emotional advice on everything from diet to relationships.

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Meet Our Editorial Board and Contributors

Meet Our Editorial Board and Contributors

Meet members of the arthritis community who give us helpful insight as we try to understand different perspectives of people living with various types of the disease.

Angela Lundberg
Contributor

Patient Advocate and Blogger Living with RA

Ara Dikranian, M.D.
Editorial Board

Rheumatologist

Mariah Leach
Editorial Board & Contributor

Patient Advocate and Blogger Living with RA

Stephanie Aleite
Editorial Board & Contributor

Patient Advocate and Blogger Living with RA

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