PsA Anxieties: Relationships & Family
In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold …
Editorial Team
Current Regulations Around Opioid Prescribing
Opioids are medications that have the ability to alleviate pain. They also have other properties that allow them to …
Access to Medications in an Opioid-Crisis Era
The United States is currently in an epidemic that is often referred to as the “opioid crisis.” This has led …
The Stigma Around Pain and Medications
Chronic pain on its own can be difficult to manage. Unfortunately, chronic pain and its treatment may also have accompanying …
2018 Year in Review
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The Invisibility of Pain
Pain can be classified as an “invisible” symptom. Unlike a broken arm in a cast or a bleeding wound, …
Psoriatic Arthritis Anxieties: Loss & Progression
In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold …
The Link between Psoriatic Arthritis and Periodontal Disease
Scientists are beginning to believe there’s a strong link between diseases that cause chronic inflammation, such as psoriatic arthritis …
How Have PsA Symptoms Impacted Your Life?
Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis advocate Alisha Bridges talks about how her early psoriatic symptoms and how this diagnosis has …
Do PsA Symptoms Change During Pregnancy?
Congratulations, you’re pregnant! You’ll now be faced with a host of bodily changes for which friends and family can explain …
Engaging Your Healthcare Team for Better Results
We asked, our community answered, and the results are fascinating. In our annual survey Psoriatic Arthritis In America 2018, …
Coping with the Mental & Emotional Aspects of PsA
Sometimes, coping with the emotional aspects of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is just as difficult as coping with the …
Tips for Making Doctor Appointments More Successful
Getting a diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis can be confusing and sometimes overwhelming. It is a chronic condition that can …
Think PsA Is Just Joint Pain? There’s More to the Story…
It is no surprise that having psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can impact a person’s overall quality of life. People with …
How’s Your Relationship with Your Doctor? Take our Survey!
Do you feel heard by your doctor? Do your questions get answered? We want to hear from you! We’re …
Psoriatic Spondylitis & Ankylosing Spondylitis: Differences & Similarities
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an extension of psoriasis in that in addition to the presence of a scaly …
What Is This Chest Pain? Learn More About Costochondritis & Tietze Syndrome
Costochondritis Costochondritis is chest pain caused by inflammation of the cartilage around the sternum—the area in the body where …
Bloodwork for PsA: What Do the Results Mean?
There is no single test to diagnose psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Reaching a diagnosis of PsA is a process that …
Member Spotlight: Sean Rodman
Chances are you’ve seen Psoriatic-Arthritis.com contributor Sean Rodman around the community. In honor of #ArthritisAwarenessMonth and #PsoriaticActionMonth, we …
The Link Between Physical Health and Mental Health
Physical health and mental health are inextricably linked. People living with chronic conditions, like psoriatic arthritis, not only have to …