Yes, swelling can absolutely be part of living with psoriasis. It shows up in a few different ways depending on the type or stage of psoriasis.
Here are the main ways swelling can occur:
- Inflamed skin plaques — The patches themselves are inflamed, which can cause puffiness and tenderness around affected areas
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Yes, swelling can absolutely be part of living with psoriasis. It shows up in a few different ways depending on the type or stage of psoriasis.
Here are the main ways swelling can occur:
- Inflamed skin plaques — The patches themselves are inflamed, which can cause puffiness and tenderness around affected areas
- Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) — About 30% of people with psoriasis develop PsA, which causes swollen, painful joints. Fingers and toes can swell up so much they're sometimes described as "sausage fingers"
- Erythrodermic psoriasis — A rare but serious form that can cause swelling, particularly in the feet and ankles, along with a widespread rash. This type requires emergency medical care If swelling is new, spreading, or comes with fever, chills, or a rapidly worsening rash, it's worth reaching out to a doctor right away. Otherwise, talking to a dermatologist about managing inflammation is a great first step toward relief.
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