Research from 2017 found that having psoriatic arthritis also can increase your risk of kidney disease.
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What Is Psoriatic Arthritis?
Elevated levels of protein in the blood are also commonly seen when the kidneys are not functioning properly.
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It was also lower in patients with psoriasis compared to the average rate of healthy subjects.
Glomerulonephritis is one of the three major causes of chronic kidney disease.
Psoriatic arthritis is characterized by joint pain, inflammation, and stiffness.
This is because PsA can cause inflammation throughout the body.
This condition is linked to chronic kidney disease.
These include the heart, brain, pancreas, liver, lungs, and digestive organs.
Psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis cannot be cured, but symptoms can be treated.
Also, disease progression can be slowed by reducing inflammation.
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National Kidney Foundation.10 Signs You May Have Kidney Disease.
