What are the possible causes for psoriatic arthritis?

Question

Hi doctor,

My friend is 40 years old. She seems to have red scaly rashes on her skin along with pain in her joints. Sometimes she also faces morning stiffness. When consulted by the general practitioner, he suspected that this condition could be psoriatic arthritis. Can we know what the condition is? How is it caused? How can we treat this condition? She is unaware of this condition. Please tell us about this condition.

Thanks.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects some people who have psoriasis, a disease that causes red patches of skin topped with silvery scales. Most people develop psoriasis years before being diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. But for some, the joint problems begin before skin patches appear or at the same time.

Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling are the main signs and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis. They can affect any part of the body, including your fingertips and spine, and can range from relatively mild to severe. In both psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, disease flares can alternate with periods of remission.

There is no cure for psoriatic arthritis. Treatment is aimed at controlling symptoms and preventing joint damage. Without treatment, psoriatic arthritis can be disabling.

I hope this information will help you.

Thanks.