Psoriatic arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects around 30% of people suffering from psoriasis. It is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused due to inflammation that is triggered due to faulty immune response. This inflammation causes stiffness and swelling at joints. The inflammation can affect the entire body causing irreversible damage to joints and tissues if not treated properly.
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It’s good to know that psoriatic arthritis can lead to swelling in the fingers or the toes. My husband has been having pain and swelling in his toes for the last week or so. I’ll have to find a local medical center to check if he needs treatment for psoriatic arthritis.