Psoriatic Arthritis

Psoriatic Arthritis

Psoriasis can be associated with disruptive joints known as psoriatic arthritis. Damage is severe enough to permanently damage the affected joints. In this case, it is very important to prevent joint damage.

What is psoriatic arthritis?

Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic disease characterized by the form of skin and arthritis. About 15% -25% of patients with psoriasis also develop arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis is systemic rheumatism, not only can cause skin inflammation, but also cause eye, heart, kidney and lung inflammation. At present, the etiology of psoriatic arthritis is not clear but may involve genetic, immune and environmental facts of the combination.

Symptoms of psoriatic arthritis

Often, patients develop psoriasis in months or years before psoriasis development. Psoriatic arthritis usually involves the knee of the knee, ankles, and joints. The range of motion of the joints involved may also be lost, as well as joint stiffness. Psoriatic arthritis can also cause inflammation of the spine and sacrum, which can cause pain and stiffness in the lower back, buttocks, neck and upper back.

Treatment of psoriatic arthritis

The treatment of psoriatic arthritis usually involves anti-inflammatory drugs and exercise. Extending or exciting hot shower before exercise is very important to relax the muscles. After exercise, ice can help relieve soreness and inflammation. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can also reduce arthritis, pain, and stiffness.