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Psoriasis and psoriatic arthitis
Psoriasis was diagnosed 14 years back which went into remission. It was also associated with arthritis. however recently from Dec 2016 onwards I have developed multiple lesions on elbows, shin. They are itchy and reddish with severe exfoliation.
I was on methotrexate for past 2 years owing to an episode of arthritis post delivery of my son. he is 4 now. I had to abruptly stop methotrexate due to severe gastric irritation, fever and body discomfort.
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Dr. Manoj Agarwala
Dermatologist
16 yrs exp
Raipur
Psoriasis is an immune system mediated skin disease which can be brought into remission by certain medications and life style changes. Now it is well established and believed to be a multi system disorder involving joints, hearts and kidneys as well. A proper assessment to determine the severity of psoriasis and an assessment of other organ involvements is needed. Most of the patients do well if they stick to the recommendations. Kindly see a dermatologist for a treatment plan.
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