Active 6 days agoPsoriasis/PsA and my adult childAlthough there's a family history of arthritis, I'm the first (known) person in my family to have psoriasis and now PsA. My two older kids (twins) both have clear skin...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
When others do not see your symptoms...Has anyone ever made a comment about your psoriatic arthritis symptoms (especially the fatigue/pain/etc.) and your ability to work, go out, etc.? Submit your own question...Reactions 0 reactions Comments34 repliesAwarenessFriends & Family
Do you have a family history of PsA?We know that having a family history of PsA increases the risk of also developing PsA. Does anyone have a family history of psoriatic arthritis? Do you think it made...Reactions 0 reactions Comments30 repliesDiagnosisFriends & Family
"But you've been sick for so long."My daughter in law came into the family after 5 of my large joints had been replaced (autoimmune arthritis attacked those first) and while I was searching for an effective...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesAwarenessCopingFriends & Family
The well-meaning question I dread the most:The question I have come to dread most from my well- intentioned friends is: “So, what did you do today?” The reason: so many days lately, I’m lucky if I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesCopingFriends & Family
I feel I need to hide my pain in daily life. Do you do that as well?Submit your own question...Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 repliesCopingFriends & Family
Looking for some support on a rough dayHi all, Started Humira about 7 weeks ago. Had such a huge impact on my fatigue - brought my energy back up, etc. It was such a joy to feel...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesFriends & FamilyFlaresIntimacy & RelationshipsBiologic
What do you wish your family understood about your condition?I spent years watching and helping my mother through her condition, so while I understand it, many others don't have the same support and understanding from their family. What do...Reactions 0 reactions Comments17 repliesSymptomsFriends & FamilyAwareness
Fathering a Child while being on Methotrexate or BiologicsHi fellows, I needed to ask about if it is safe to father a child while being on Methotrexate or any other drug such as Biologics? Does anyone has a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesFriends & FamilySide Effects
Going off meds to try to conceiveHi all. Thanks for this wonderful resource I’ve been reading and lurking since my diagnosis about 2 months ago. Before this whole psa thing took over, my husband and I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesFriends & FamilyTreatmentIntimacy & Relationships
