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[brown123]

Once I fine a doctor, to check if I have PA what are some of the questions that could ask to be sure that I am getting the right answers, I feel that I may have PA, and I want the best treatments for it,but I need to know what to ask,and what the doctor can do to help. concern

[web63]

They will do the normal blood work. They will check for rheumatoid factors in your blood etc... If all those tests come back normal, and you do have Psoriasis, your Rheumy should come to the conclusion that it is Psoriatic Arthritis (PA).
He will also be able to tell with the certian areas you are having pain, maybe if you have sausage digits etc...
If he is not up on PA, you will have to egg him on to what you think it may be.
THERE ARE NO TESTS TO TELL THAT YOU HAVE PA!!

Thanks,
Scott in Atlanta, GA

[brown123]

Thank Scott, I will let you know the progess of my result after my appointment. Peace