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What Causes Dry Scaly Patches On Shin, Leg, Scalp When Having Joint Pain?

I ve have joint pain for several years. Hands, wrist, elbows hips, knees and neck. Usually by groups ( ie: wrist and elbow, hip & knee....) then it will move. I use Aleve at max. dose, ice packs and try to rest the area of flair up. I am always tired, even after sleeping 10-12hrs. About 4-5 mos. ago, I developed dry scaley patches on one shin. It grew, became several areas, and recently developed on the other leg. I also have some sores on my scalp. I was thinking Lupus, but a family member said it s not. I cant stand the thought of anyone seeing this rash and having to wear long pants all summer. Any suggestions? I am a 46 yo female, beyond child bearing.
Wed, 9 Nov 2016
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hi going by your description to me it appears that you suffer from a disease called psoriatic arthritis in which you have similar features except drowsiness. I suggest you get tests done for rheumatism , and osteoporosis and consult local rheumatologist.
Since some of the features may be due to post menopausal syndrome , a visit to gynaecologist will also be helpful.
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What Causes Dry Scaly Patches On Shin, Leg, Scalp When Having Joint Pain?

hi going by your description to me it appears that you suffer from a disease called psoriatic arthritis in which you have similar features except drowsiness. I suggest you get tests done for rheumatism , and osteoporosis and consult local rheumatologist. Since some of the features may be due to post menopausal syndrome , a visit to gynaecologist will also be helpful.