Psoriasis and Joint Pain: Common Symptom of Joint Swelling?

Published on, 20 June, 2023. Answered by Dr. Mohammed Abdallah Belazzouz and Verified by Dr.Galen Team

Patient Question

Hello Doctor,

Is it common for individuals with psoriasis to experience joint pain and swelling as symptoms?

Answered by Dr. Mohammed Abdallah Belazzouz

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

Yes, it is common for individuals with psoriasis to experience joint pain and swelling as symptoms. This condition is known as arthropathic psoriasis, and it affects a subset of people with psoriasis, causing inflammation in the joints along with skin manifestations.

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