& legs: 1  Serious condition of the kidney, heart, liver or blood vessels. 2  Varicose veins or inflammation of the veins (phlebitis). 3  Trauma, such as an ankle sprain. 4  Poor diet that's high in salt and carbohydrates. 5  Sodium retention. 6  Allergic reactions. 7  Neuromuscular disorders. 8  Birth control pills.
What Is Psoriatic Arthritis? Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis (joint inflammation) that can occur in people who have the skin disease psoriasis. Psoriasis is a common condition characterized by scaly red and white skin patches. Psoriatic arthritis can affect any joint in the body, including the spine.
Psoriatic arthritis only occurs in people with psoriasis-- and that's not the only difference between it and RA.Learn more! Transcript: Like rheumatoid arthritis, PSORIATIC arthritis is an autoimmune condition. In fact, theyâre both treated with some of the SAME prescription medications.But, psoriatic arthritis occurs in about 5% of people with PSORIASIS, a skin condition that causes patchy rashes and itching.People with psoriatic arthritis can develop BOTH this rash and joint pain, often at the same time.ut, psoriatic arthritis occurs in about 5% of people with PSORIASIS, a skin condition that causes patchy rashes and itching. People with psoriatic arthritis can develop BOTH this rash and joint pain, often at the same time.