Psoriasis With Joint Pain? Signs of Psoriatic Arthritisसोरायसिस के साथ जोड़ों में दर्द? सोरायटिक आर्थराइटिस के लक्षण

Psoriasis is not just a skin disease. Up to 30% of people with psoriasis develop psoriatic arthritis (PsA), which can damage joints if not treated. Sometimes joint pain even starts before the skin patches appear.

Signs to watch for

• Sausage-like swelling of a whole finger or toe (dactylitis)
• Pain and swelling in the end joints of the fingers
• Nail changes: pitting, thickening, nail separating from the bed
• Heel pain or pain at the back of the ankle (Achilles)
• Low back pain and stiffness
• Morning stiffness and fatigue
• Red, painful eye (uveitis) in some patients

Who is at higher risk?

People with psoriasis of the scalp, nails or skin folds, severe skin disease, obesity, and a family history of PsA are more likely to develop joint involvement.

Treatment options

• DMARD medicines to control inflammation of joints and skin together
• Biologic and targeted medicines (anti-TNF, IL-17, IL-23 blockers and others), which often clear the skin and settle the joints
• Weight reduction, stopping smoking and alcohol
• Regular exercise to maintain joint movement