Psoriasis is a devastating autoimmune disease that can affect sufferers physically and mentally, leaving their bodies covered in itchy, raised scales they seek to hide. What many don’t realize is that one-third of psoriasis patients will develop a condition called psoriatic arthritis five to 10 years after their skin symptoms appear. This inflammatory form of arthritis leads to painful joints, tendons and
ligaments—and can severely reduce mobility. Worse, the condition can lead to disfigurement of the joints and deformity of the fingers and toes.
But an exciting treatment option now exists. Instead of time-consuming psoriasis medications that need to be stored in a fridge and injected, new medications, which inhibits phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4), are available in a pill form. They’re effective, safe and easy to take—and they can ensure people with psoriasis get their lives back.
