Come faccio a sapere se ho l artrite psoriasica?
Come faccio a sapere se ho l artrite psoriasica?
Quali sono le manifestazioni articolari dell'artrite psoriasica?
- rigidità (specialmente al mattino);
- dolore e gonfiore in una o più articolazioni delle mani, dei piedi oppure gomiti, ginocchia e caviglie, di solito a carattere asimmetrico;
- riduzione dell'ampiezza dei movimenti;
What are the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis?
- Some people with psoriasis have psoriatic arthritis. It causes pain, stiffness, and swelling of the joints. It is often mild, but can sometimes be serious and affect many joints.
Can you have psoriatic arthritis without psoriasis?
- PsA can start at any age, but often appears between ages 30 and 50. For most people, it starts about 10 years after psoriasis begins. While it is less common, people can develop psoriatic arthritis without having psoriasis.
Can psoriatic arthritis be asymmetric or distal?
- Asymmetric PsA affects less than five joints, but they can be on opposite sides. Psoriatic arthritis mutilans deforms your joints. It can shorten affected fingers and toes. Distal PsA causes pain and swelling in the end joints of your fingers and toes.
Can psoriatic arthritis lead to heart disease?
- Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic, progressive disease that can lead to permanent joint damage if treatment is delayed. Like psoriasis, PsA is associated with other comorbidities (related health conditions). The good news is that treating your PsA can lower your risk of developing some comorbidities, like heart disease.
