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Psoriatic arthritis is an arthritis that is often associated with psoriasis of the skin.Psoriasis is a common, chronic skin condition that causes red patches on the body. About 1 in 20 people with psoriasis will develop... |
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Symptoms
The arthritis may be mild and involve only a few joints, particularly those at the end of the fingers or toes. In so...
Causes
About 1 in 20 people with psoriasis will develop arthritis with the skin condition. In most cases, psoriasis comes be...
Tests
During a physical examination, the health care provider will look for:Joint swellingSkin soresTendernessJoint x-rays ...
Treatments
Your doctor may prescribe nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) or salicylates to reduce pain and inflammatio...
Alternative Therapies
Food allergies/intolerances are believed to play a role in most autoimmune disorders, including psoriatic arthritis. ...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if arthritis symptoms develop along with psoriasis.
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