
Figure 1. Psoriatic arthritis, illustration
Data suggest that psoriatic arthritis presents before psoriasis in 15%-20% of cases. In those cases, a family history may reveal a hereditary pattern of psoriasis.
In the majority of patients (60%-80%), psoriasis appears to precede the onset of psoriatic arthritis. Occasionally, arthritis and psoriasis appear simultaneously.
Learn more about the presentation of psoriatic arthritis.
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Cite this: Herbert S. Diamond. Fast Five Quiz: Psoriatic Arthritis Presentation and Diagnosis - Medscape - Jan 29, 2020.
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