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Best hospitals and doctors for psoriatic arthritis treatment abroad

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Diagnostic tests for psoriatic arthritis
4036.1
Diagnosis and conservative treatment of psoriatic arthritis
4001.65
Probably, everybody knows that healthcare in Switzerland is a guarantee of a very high quality of medical care and high qualification of specialists. Klinik Belair in Schaffhausen is a modern private clinic, a member of Hirslanden Swiss group of private clinics. Why do so many people who care of their health opt for healthcare i
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the University Hospital Greifswald is included in the ranking of the best medical complexes throughout Germany! The hospital is one of the oldest healthcare facilities in Germany, with long traditions and an excellent reputation. The history of the hospital begins in 1456, when the Facu
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The Rambam Health Care Campus Haifa is the largest and the most progressive hospital in Northern Israel. The medical center was founded in 1938 and nowadays is proud of its long history, rich and successful experience in providing comprehensive medical services in all medical fields. The hospital serves more than 2 million local
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The Hannover Medical School has the status of a leading German medical facility. The advanced medical technologies, highly qualified specialists, as well as productive research activities form a solid basis for top-class medical service of the world standard. The hospital is proud of its outstanding achievements in the treatment
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Sana Hospital Duisburg
Sana Hospital Duisburg
Overall rating9.2 / 10
The Sana Hospital Duisburg is a maximum care medical center with 678 beds and 17 specialized departments. With the very latest innovations and high quality patient care, the clinic works for the benefit of a person and their health. The hospital ranks among the leading clinics in the region. In 2013, the hospital
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The Rheumatology Clinic Dr. Angelika Fink Berlin is a modern medical facility located in the capital of Germany. It is focused on providing high-quality medical care to patients with rheumatic diseases. An important component of the daily clinical practice of the medical facility is also the provision of services in the field of
For over 30 years, the Max Grundig Clinic Buehl has enjoyed the status of one of the best medical centers not only in Germany but throughout Europe. The clinic was founded by Max Grundig, a legendary man whose work has always been aimed at the well-being of society. The medical complex still honors long traditions and adheres to
The Medical Park Gebze Hospital is a progressive medical facility, which diagnoses and treats patients in almost all fields of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the prestigious Medical Park Hospitals Group, which unites 28 advanced medical centers in various cities of Turkey and is one of the leading providers of medical
Asan Medical Center is Korea’s largest medical institution, with 1,600 physicians and surgeons, 3,100 nurses, 2,680 beds, and 67 operating rooms, occupying more than four million square feet (about 371,600 square meters). A typical day at AMC sees 2,500 inpatients and 10,000 outpatients treated. The treatment of heart dise
The Samsung Medical Center was founded in 1994 and soon won the reputation of a medical facility of presidential standards, which it still preserves today. The hospital has 40 departments, 10 specialized centers and a huge Cancer Center with 655 beds. The medical facility is equipped with advanced equipment (for example, a 32-ch
The Hanyang University Medical Center was founded in 1972 and today is one of the largest and most advanced providers of medical services in Korea and around the world. The medical institution runs 9 specialized centers and 26 departments fitted out with state-of-the-art equipment. The most important component of successful trea
The Diagnostic Clinic Kantpraxis Berlin is a modern medical facility, which provides patients with a comprehensive, competent and individual medical care. The main areas of specialization of the center include professional diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal tract and rheumatic di
Some prefer to solve their health problems and receive healthcare abroad, for example, in Switzerland. Since 2002, Swiss hospital Klinik Birshof belongs to Hirslanden, the first group of private healthcare facilities in Switzerland. The merger of the former private hospitals of the country has given important impetus to the Swis
The ACURA Rheumatology Center Baden-Baden is one of Europe's largest and most respected medical facilities for the treatment of rheumatic diseases and systemic inflammatory diseases. The center is an academic hospital of the University of Heidelberg, which enables innovations in the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic disea
University Hospital Mainz
University Hospital Mainz
Overall rating9.7 / 10
The University Hospital Mainz is one of the best maximum care medical facilities in Germany and an internationally recognized scientific center. There are more than 60 departments and institutes, which represent all fields of modern medicine. The hospital serves more than 68,000 inpatients and more than 273,000 outpatients annua
The Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern enjoys the status of a modern medical facility, which work is based on the highest medical standards, a humane and respectful attitude towards patients. The history of the health facility began back in 1888, when it functioned with the assistance of the Deaconess Foundation. In 2002, the hospital
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About the disease

Psoriatic arthritis is a disease of the immune system, when a person develops psoriasis and arthritis of the joints. This disease is usually characterized by inflammation of the joints and appearance of the red patches on the skin, which can be itchy and irritated. According to Medicine.Net, approximately 30% of people who have arthritis can also develop psoriasis and vice versa. Most commonly, a person first develops arthritis, which is usually the most prominent on the elbow and also on the soles and toes, and then, years later, can develop arthritis.

In people with psoriasis, arthritis can develop in absolutely different joints. The most common areas where arthritis can indeed appear are tendons and cartilage. Arthritis can also develop in the spine and in rare cases in the lung lining.

Psoriasis is most common in Caucasian population, affecting approximately 2% of this population. In 80% this condition occurs prior to arthritis. Psoriasis most commonly develops in people over age 55, whereas arthritis can be present in middle-aged people and can come and go with periods of flare-ups and remissions. In fact, it`s very important to treat psoriasis on time to prevent development of arthritis in future. Psoriasis needs to be treated even if it manifests itself only in a mild form, as this means that skin cells develop abnormally anyway and cause appearance of red patches on certain areas of the skin. Psoriatic arthritis is believed to be running in families, although this disease can skip generations and manifest itself only in later offsprings.

Symptoms

  • Red patches on the skin
  • Cracking and bleeding of the skin
  • Irritation
  • Pain in the joints
  • Reduced motion mobility
  • Fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Patting of the fingernails and toenails

Diagnosis

  • During general examination, a dermatologist will examine the skin of the patient for the signs of redness and inflammation on the elbows and knees. He will also ask a patient to bend knee and elbow in different position to determine if joints are painful as well.
  • A blood test is ordered to rule out the possibility of an infection.
  • An X-ray of the joints and other imaging tests, such as MRI and CT scans, can be ordered to determine if a person has arthritis. These imaging tests can also show the stage of arthritis and which joints are affected.

Treatment

  • Most commonly, conservative treatment of psoriatic arthritis includes certain anti-inflammatory drugs, designed to reduce the pain in the joints and also to reduce the redness on certain patches of the skin. In progressed stages, corticosteroids may be used as well to reduce inflammation. A person also needs to exercise regularly to broaden the mobility motions of their joints. Certain antibiotics can also be prescribed to treat the skin if there is an infection.

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova, Dr. Sergey Pashchenko