You should really se a rheumatologist, it could be PSA or Ankylosing Spondylitis. Neither is an easy diagnosis but one of eliminating other things. Important to address it and not wait so you can stop any further damage regardless of what the diagnosis is. Good luck
4 days ago
Distinguishing psoriatic arthritis (PsA) back pain from other types can be tricky, but there are some telltale signs that point toward PsA as the culprit.
PsA-related back pain tends to have these characteristics:
- Wakes you up in the middle of the night
- Causes morning stiffness lasting 30 minutes or more
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Distinguishing psoriatic arthritis (PsA) back pain from other types can be tricky, but there are some telltale signs that point toward PsA as the culprit.
PsA-related back pain tends to have these characteristics:
- Wakes you up in the middle of the night
- Causes morning stiffness lasting 30 minutes or more
- Actually *improves* after physical activity (unlike typical wear-and-tear back pain)
- Gets worse when you've been sitting or lying still for a long time A MyPsoriasisTeam member described it well: "When I bend down for a long time, I struggle to stand up properly. The same applies when I stand for too long. The area where the spine meets the pelvis and buttocks is so painful."
The lower back, hips, and buttocks are the most common areas affected by PsA-related back pain, particularly where the spine meets the pelvis (the sacroiliac joints).
The best step is to speak with a doctor or rheumatologist. They can use a combination of physical exams, blood tests, and imaging to help pinpoint the cause. Describing your pain as specifically as possible — when it happens, how long it lasts, and what makes it better or worse — will really help them narrow things down.
September 10
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