Condition
Pediatric Psoriatic Arthritis
Key Points About Psoriatic Arthritis in Children
- Psoriatic arthritis is a rare form of arthritis or joint inflammation that affects both skin and joints. It can occur in people who have the skin disease psoriasis.
- It is most common in adults ages 30 to 50, but it can start in childhood.
- This condition causes inflamed, swollen, and painful joints. It also causes eye pain and fatigue.
- Treatment may include medicines, heat and cold, splints, exercise, physical therapy and surgery.
- Early treatment may help the disease go into remission. Delayed treatment may lead to long-term disability.
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Rheumatology Treatment at Children's National Hospital
Pediatric specialists at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., have the expertise to diagnose, treat and manage autoimmune and inflammatory disorders in a growing child's muscles, tissues and joints. Discover more about the treatments we offer.
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Meet the Providers Who Treat Psoriatic Arthritis
Departments that Treat Psoriatic Arthritis
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Rheumatology
The Division of Rheumatology aims to improve the health and quality of life for children with rheumatic diseases and musculoskeletal disorders through comprehensive, patient-focused care, including testing, treatment, and patient and family education programs.
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