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Psoriatic arthritis symptoms include inflammation, causing pain and stiffness in the joints, and psoriasis, an itchy, painful skin condition. Psoriatic arthritis treatment includes exercise, joint protection and medications, such as NSAIDs, steroids and biologics.

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Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a form of inflammatory arthritis. It affects about 1 million people in the United States, or 30% of people who have psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes a red, scaly rash, most often on your elbows, knees, ankles, feet, and hands.

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