Shanti Devi Shanti Devi Asked 7 months ago

Is psoriatic arthritis an autoimmune disorder?

My daughter's dermatologist suspects psoriatic arthritis, and I'm trying to gather as much information as possible. I'm particularly interested in understanding the nature of the condition. Is psoriatic arthritis an autoimmune disorder, meaning the body attacks itself?

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Rohan Das Rohan Das Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago
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Yes, it is an autoimmune disorder. I log my daily joint stiffness and steps on my smartwatch app, which really helps me track how my immune system is behaving day-to-day.

Vikram Salvi Vikram Salvi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It is indeed autoimmune. If your doctor allows, doing gentle range-of-motion exercises and daily walks can help keep your joints lubricated and manage the stiffness.

Amit Shah Amit Shah Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, it is autoimmune, which means keeping your gut healthy is very helpful. Focus on an anti-inflammatory diet rich in green vegetables and whole grains to support your joints.

Karan Johar Karan Johar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It is autoimmune. While simple warm water bags can help soothe the joint pain at home, please make sure you see a proper rheumatologist for your regular prescriptions.

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Rita Dsouza Rita Dsouza Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, it is autoimmune, and you shouldn't delay treating it. I neglected my joint swelling until it started affecting my fingers permanently, so please consult a specialist early.

Rajiv Khanna Rajiv Khanna Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It is a complex autoimmune issue. Don't fall for online ads promising to 'reverse' autoimmune disorders overnight; get a proper diagnosis from a qualified rheumatologist.

Kavitha Reddy Kavitha Reddy Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

Yes, it is autoimmune. The body's defense system mistakenly attacks the joints. It sounds scary, but with modern medications, we can lead very normal, pain-free lives.

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