Psoriatic arthritis is a type of arthritis associated with
psoriasis (a skin condition characterized by red, patchy,
raised or scaly areas) and chronic joint symptoms. The symptoms
of psoriasis and joint inflammation often develop separately.
Symptoms associated with psoriatic arthritis vary in how they
occur (i.e. symmetrical or asymmetrical) and what joints are
affected. Any joint in the body can be affected. When psoriasis
causes pitting and thickened or discolored fingernails, the
joints nearest the fingertips are likely to become arthritic.
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