& 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.
Diagnosing Psoriatic Arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis can develop slowly with mild symptoms, or it can develop quickly and be severe. Early recognition, diagnosis and treatment of psoriatic arthritis can help prevent or limit extensive joint damage that occurs in later stages of the disease. Generally, one or more of the following symptoms appears: