Psoriatic Arthritis Guide
- Summary
- Definition
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Treatment
- Other Names
- When to Contact a Medical Professional
- Possible Complications
- Outlook (Prognosis)
- Prevention
- Exams and Tests
Reviewed By Steve Lee, DO
Definition
Psoriatic arthritis is an arthritis that is often associated with psoriasis of the skin.
Symptoms
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Encyclopedia: Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects around 5-7% of people suffering from the chronic skin condition psoriasis. Psoriatic arthritis is said to be a seronegative spondyloarthropathy and therefore occurs more commonly in patients with tissue type HLA-B27. Treatment of psoriatic arthritis is similar to that of rheumatoid arthritis. More than 80% of patients with psoriatic arthritis will have psoriatic nail lesions characterised by pitting of the...
Yahoo! Answers
Psoriatic Arthritis?
I have psoriatic arthritis and some of the areas of my affected by this is...
I have psoriatic arthritis and some of the areas of my affected by this is...
Sorry, I am not a rheumatologist, but if there is a joint nearby, there can be the pain from psoriatic arthritis. You should be contacting a physician,...
Asked by pearl_of_your_ocean - 26 months ago
What is the cure for psoriatic arthritis?
I know someone with psoriatic arthritis. What is the cure? Please don't waste my time...
I know someone with psoriatic arthritis. What is the cure? Please don't waste my time...
I do not believe there is a cure because it is caused by immune system problems. However, an arthritis specialist can prescribe medication that will help a lot. See a...
Asked by nicomp - 26 months ago
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