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hi! i have a psoriasis since my late 20s. and now im sufferring pain at the back and knee. is that psoriatic arthritis?

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Hi
I am Dr Alok, Rheumatologist from Delhi
yes, it is psoriatic arthritis. You need to see a rheumatoi
Unfortunately, there is no cure of spondyloarthropathy, but it is well treatable disease. You should see rheumatologist as soon as possible to avoid deformity
Hope this will help
should you have any queries, please donot hesitate

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