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Rheumatologist is the one to see. I was referred by my Dermatologist when I started symptoms and the Rheumatologist did the diagnosis after ruling out all the other things it could be. LOTS of blood tested. Good Luck.
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I have psoriasis, but have been in remission for 9 years, except for scalp, which is now getting worse..now I'm fairly certain I have psoriatic arthritis and have to 3 drs who have failed to dx me properly..I'll try the rheumatologist next..Wish me luck!
When I was first diagnosed in 2018 my rheumatologist sent me to a dermatologist to help confirm my diagnosis, my external symptoms weren’t as obvious as my internal symptoms and fatigued.
For psoriatic arthritis (PsA), it is recommended to see a rheumatologist. While a dermatologist can treat skin symptoms of psoriasis, a rheumatologist specializes in joint, muscle, and bone disorders and is better equipped to diagnose and treat PsA. They can help manage symptoms, slow disease progression, and prevent joint Show Full Answer
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