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What Causes Swelling In Shoulder While On Treatment For Psoriatic Arthritis?

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Question : My wife has psoriasis and is receiving treatment for psoriatic arthritis She has a swelling on her shoulder and she has just had a check at the local hospital. The doctor examining her said something about Lymphoma and that she needs an MRI scan. Does this make sense?




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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (58 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Meet a rheumatologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Psoriatic arthritis can involve any joint.
May be her pain is related to arthritis.
Lymphoma has no relation to psoriasis.
I suggest you get an x ray done and meet a rheumatologist with the report.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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What Causes Swelling In Shoulder While On Treatment For Psoriatic Arthritis?

Brief Answer: Meet a rheumatologist Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query. Psoriatic arthritis can involve any joint. May be her pain is related to arthritis. Lymphoma has no relation to psoriasis. I suggest you get an x ray done and meet a rheumatologist with the report. Let me know if you have any other doubts. Thank you.