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I have psoriatic arthritis.can mild sprain ankle injury become arthritis? been almost 2 mos now and still painful.im so worried.pls help me.thank you

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Dr. David Sniezek answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Arthritis can occur: Inflammation of a joint may occur from even mild trauma. This can be complicated by psoriatic arthritis. Prolonged recovery can be a sign of complication and should be assessed by a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist.

Answered 3/27/2015

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