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I Have RA. Is It Possible To Get Other Forms Of Arthritis?

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Hertford, NC
September 14, 2024
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Yes, it is possible to have other forms of arthritis if you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA). People with RA are at an increased risk of developing other autoimmune diseases, including:

- Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): This affects people with psoriasis and is the second most common autoimmune disease seen in people with RA
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Yes, it is possible to have other forms of arthritis if you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA). People with RA are at an increased risk of developing other autoimmune diseases, including:

- Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): This affects people with psoriasis and is the second most common autoimmune disease seen in people with RA.
- Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, SLE): The most common comorbid autoimmune disease seen with RA.

These conditions can lead to additional symptoms and complications.

September 14, 2024

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