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Question by Jeffy Amos: Can stress levels have a direct impact on how severe the pain is with Psoriatic Arthritis?
I’m 19 years old, but I’ve had psoriasis since the age of about 5. Until recently it’s only been an occasional rash on my elbow. Around 6 months ago I started noticing these bilateral elbow pains. I went to the doctor and they diagnosed me with Psoriatic Arthritis. Recently, due to problems back home as well as where I’m stationed at the moment, I’ve been under a great deal of stress. It seems as though the more stressed I become, the worse my psoriasis becomes. I now have outbreaks on both elbows, my abdomen, and my entire scalp. Also, since I’ve been stressed, my Arthritis has gotten worse. It’s in both elbows, my knee, and my back. Do you think they’re related to my stress? If so, why? Please use sources as well as I’d like to further research this myself.
Ok allow me to reiterate: I’m not looking for what can cure it. I’ve already been prescribed medicine. I’m wondering if it is directly related to my stress levels.

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