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Psoriatic Arthritis.

Last updated Monday, December 27, 2004

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Prognosis and impacts

Prognosis

Generally, psoriatic arthritis is a mild condition. With proper treatment and help from others, you can relieve joint pain and stiffness and keep skin problems under control. Some people, however, have a more serious disease and require combinations of medications to control symptoms and prevent joint damage.

Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic (long-lasting) condition.

Lethality

Psoriatic arthritis is not a fatal form of arthritis. It affects the skin and joints but does not affect the vital organs. Rare reactions to medications or infections may be more serious but the disease itself is not fatal.

Curability

Psoriatic arthritis is treatable, but not curable.

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