Dealing with the holidaysI'm dreading Thanksgiving tomorrow because I've had a really bad pain week. Any suggestions on how I can bow out of dinner gracefully if I need to?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesFriends & FamilyTips & AdviceCoping
New PsA diagnosis, how do I explain to my family?Hi! I was recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. I’ve had psoriasis since I was 15 but last year started having random symptoms. I’m 29 now and I was finally sent...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesNewly DiagnosedFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Has anybody noticed they have a short temper?I was just diagnosed with psoriasis arthritis recently. I have noticed I lose my temper and get very angry at things which I never would have done before. I'm currently...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSymptomsSide EffectsMental HealthFriends & Family
Joined todayI joined the forum today to connect with people that will have an understanding of the disease. I feel that it is a hidden illness and even though people may...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesDiagnosisFriends & Family
How can I make my family understand how much pain I'm in?They don't get it - how can I help them understand how it affects me and my ability to do things?...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesTips & AdviceIntimacy & RelationshipsFriends & Family
New and ReticentI'm new to this group. Reticent and reluctant...I do not want to have PsA, SpA, and osteoarthritis in my fingers and lumbar spine. I have not had meaningful experiences -...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesFriends & FamilyCoping
My daughter's storyMy daughter is 24. At 23 she got a rash on her arm. Dr. said cellulitis. Put her on antibiotic. Took the rash right away. A few days later, BOOM...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosisFriends & FamilySymptomsCaregiving
Pets & HealthDid you know that February 20th is Love Your Pet Day? Did you also know that pets can positively impact your overall health? According to the CDC, Pets can decrease...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingFriends & Family
New PersonHi everyone! My name is Brenda and I am 26 years old. I was diagnosed a year ago and trying to cope with this disease. I never wanted to read...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesFriends & FamilyCoping
New and feeling downHi, so I am new here and I have been struggling of late. I am 26 years old and have only recently been diagnosed with PsA. I have been having...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatmentFriends & FamilyNewly DiagnosedIntimacy & Relationships