
Figure 1. Psoriatic arthritis, illustration.
Data suggest that psoriatic arthritis presents before psoriasis in 10-15% 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, with an average of 7-12 years between these diagnoses. Occasionally, arthritis and psoriasis appear simultaneously.
Learn more about the presentation of psoriatic arthritis.
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Cite this: Herbert S. Diamond, Eric M. Ruderman, Marina Magrey. Fast Five Quiz: Psoriatic Arthritis Presentation and Diagnosis - Medscape - Jan 25, 2023.
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