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      Rheumatology

      If you’re suffering from rheumatoid arthritis (RA), ankylosing spondylitis (AS), or psoriatic arthritis (PsA), we’re here to help. We are fully committed to managing these conditions and to developing effective treatments to reduce joint inflammation and pain. We understand the pain that comes with immune-mediated diseases, and are working to relieve the stress that they can cause to patients and their loved ones.
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      Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
      Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a type of arthritis where the body’s immune system ‘attacks’ the joints. RA causes swelling of the protective lining (synovium) that covers the inside of the joints, resulting in pain and stiffness of the joints. [1]
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      Ankylosing spondylitis (AS)
      Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain in the back, the neck and sometimes the hips. ‘Ankylosing’ means fusing together and refers to the loss of flexibility of the back and the neck that can result from the inflammation. ‘Spondylitis’ means inflammation of the vertebrae (spine). [2]
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      Psoriatic arthritis (PsA)
      Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic immune-mediated condition that is characterised by joint inflammation, most commonly of the hands and feet. Other parts of the body may also be affected, such as the tendons and ligaments. Up to 30% of people with psoriasis develop PsA. [3]

      References:

      [1] Cleveland Clinic. Rheumatoid Arthritis. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4924-rheumatoid-arthritis
      [2] Mayo Clinic. Ankylosing spondylitis. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ankylosing-spondylitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20354808
      [3] Lenman M and Sonya A. Diagnosis and management of psoriatic arthropathy in primary care. British Journal of General Practise. 2014; 64(625); 424-425.

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