Psoriatic Arthritis

Psoriatic Arthritis can impact numerous joints, such as those in the fingers, toes, and spine. It may also cause enthesitis (inflammation at the sites where tendons or ligaments attach to bones) and dactylitis (swelling of the fingers or toes). Prompt treatment is crucial for effectively managing PsA and avoiding lasting damage.

Common Symptoms

Joint pain and swelling: Chronic discomfort, inflammation, and rigidity, frequently affecting the fingers, toes, or spine. Skin involvement: Reddened, flaky patches on the skin (psoriasis) often occur before or alongside joint symptoms. Nail changes: Indentations, color changes, or separation of nails from their beds. Fatigue: Ongoing exhaustion and unease that disrupt daily routines. Enthesitis and Dactylitis: Inflammation at tendon or ligament attachment sites and swelling of entire fingers or toes.

Treatment
Goals

The primary goals of treatment are to:
Reduce joint pain and inflammation. Prevent permanent joint damage Maintain joint function and mobility
Improve long-term quality of life
Early diagnosis and timely treatment are key to successful outcomes.

Dr. Abhra Chowdhury

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