Psoriatic Arthritis

Allergy & Immune

Psoriatic Arthritis

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Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic inflammatory arthritis associated with psoriasis, caused by an overactive immune system. It leads to joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, commonly affecting the hands, feet, knees, and spine, and may also involve enthesitis (inflammation where tendons attach to bone). Symptoms are often asymmetric, with morning stiffness lasting 30 minutes or longer, and may include diffuse swelling of entire fingers or toes (dactylitis). Nail changes such as pitting or separation from the nail bed are common. Early diagnosis and treatment are important to reduce inflammation and prevent permanent joint damage.

I apologize, but the JSON you provided appears to be empty. However, I can provide a standard overview of psoriatic arthritis treatments based on medical literature: Psoriatic arthritis treatment typically involves a multi-faceted approach, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain and inflammation, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) like methotrexate to slow joint damage, and biologic medications such as TNF-inhibitors (adalimumab, etanercept) and IL-17 inhibitors (secukinumab) to target underlying immune system dysfunction. Corticosteroids may be used for short-term relief of severe symptoms, while advanced therapies like targeted synthetic DMARDs (e.g., apremilast) offer alternative treatment options. Lifestyle modifications, including exercise, weight management, and stress reduction, are also recommended to manage the disease and improve patient quality of life. Would you like me to elaborate on any specific aspect of psoriatic arthritis treatment?