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Growing up with juvenile-onset psoriatic arthritis (JPsA) was a unique experience. I learned to cope with my chronic illness from a young age. And I learned never to judge a...

Throughout the entire painful process of searching for an official diagnosis, a reason for pain, I was questioned by so many people. Questions as if my pain and my symptoms...

Pitting your nails is often seen as one of the earliest signs of psoriatic arthritis. Let us start at the beginning, though, because many people do not know what pitting...

When I buy groceries, I do it with such a sense of optimism. This week, I’m going to cook all of our meals at home and we’re not going to...

If I could use one word to describe my time taking methotrexate (MTX), it would be: sluggish. Frankly, I felt like a zombie sometimes. I had no energy and was...

As if the physical symptoms of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) weren't enough, the emotional toll of this chronic condition can weigh heavily. A painful flare can lead a person to have...

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a unique chronic condition to manage. A big part of that is managing triggers, whether you already knew about them or are surprised by them. To...

I had no idea whether or not I would be a full-time wheelchair user before I hit 50. At the time of my original psoriatic disease diagnosis, doctors couldn’t predict...

When managing life with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), there is so much that is unknown. Will this treatment work? Unknown. Will this flare ever end? Unknown. Could this food trigger a...

The definition of understanding is showing comprehension of a subject or compassion or sympathy for another person. For those with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), understanding is hard to come by. The...

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a unique and misunderstood chronic condition. Lack of awareness can mean a lack of support, physically and emotionally. This missing support often leads to feelings of...

Editorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards...

When I started house hunting in the fall, I had a dream starter home in mind. Nothing fancy, but I was attracted to ranches, so I wouldn't have to deal...

Psoriatic arthritis. A unique condition that unfortunately, not many people have heard of. Though when you mention its name, strangers and friends alike will tell you about an arthritis condition...

This year, I feel like a kid nearing summer vacation. I'm anxious for the sun, warm weather, and summer activities; they aren't coming fast enough for me. I much prefer...

Psoriatic arthritis causes immune-related inflammation that can affect more than just the joints. For example, an inflammatory eye condition—uveitis—is a well-known complication of psoriatic arthritis. It affects up to 25%...

One of the known symptoms of psoriatic arthritis is joint pain and stiffness of the digits - our hands and fingers. Before I sought a diagnosis a few years back...

5 years after my first psoriatic disease diagnosis, I received my first mobility aid. Since then, I have collected a fleet. I have an old-school hospital-style metal walker for home...

I've been lucky to see some great results with my biologic for seven years. I have had flares from time to time, but overall, it has worked well in managing...

Psoriatic arthritis can often feel like the gift that keeps on giving. Managing life with this chronic condition continues to come with bonus points - often leading us to more...