Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is a particular form of arthritis seen in people with the skin disease psoriasis. It is an autoimmune disease caused by changes in your immune system.

What is psoriatic arthritis?

Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory arthritic disease in which the arthritis can also affect the spine. 
It is an autoimmune disease, which means that you have an inflammatory condition in your joints caused by changes in your immune system. 

Symptoms

Pain, swelling, tenderness and reduced mobility in the affected joints and tendons.

How is psoriatic arthritis treated?

Psoriatic arthritis cannot be cured, but can be alleviated with medical treatment. 

We allow plenty of time for the consultation

Whether the symptoms have arisen acutely or are of a longer-standing nature, you should be seen by a consultant in rheumatology, and our consultants are ready to help you so that you can quickly receive the correct diagnosis, whether you are paying yourself, have health insurance or are coming through the public waiting time guarantee.