7Skin Change
Another sign of late-stage arthritis is a change in your skin. This condition would lead to some typical differences in the skin color and texture, both around the affected joints and other areas. Your complexion might become redder because small blood vessels under the surface are swollen. In some other forms, the skin would form silvery, thick scales with red and dry spots. Gout is often characterized by crusty patches on the skin around the affected areas. [7]
