newly diagnosed

laurakc

hi so I've just been told that I don't have psoriatic arthritis even though I have psoriasis and gout already. I'm always in so much pain with my right ankle, right knee, hips, and hands and feet. my rheumatologist have said that I have, osteoarthritis, right patellofemoral pain syndrome and hypermobile joints but not generalised hypermobility, none of this makes sense. anyone out there that can help me understand all of this

many thanks

Anna

Hi @laurakc ,

It can be quite a shock to receive a diagnosis of arthritis, and it sounds like you have quite a few diagnoses to take on board. It's always good to find out as much information you can about your condition, so when you're ready, why don't you have a look at the Versus Arthritis website. It's full of up to date, useful information that can help you understand more about your condition and your treatments. I've linked to a special page for people who've been recently diagnosed - you might like to start with that:

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/newly-diagnosed/

I'll let other members come along to offer their support.

Best wishes,

Anna (Mod)