Overcoming the Pain of Psoriatic Arthritis Is Sometimes Worth ItOne thing I have been for a long time now is a fighter. I am not talking about the violent kind. I...reactions6comments
Life with Psoriatic Arthritis: Why Is It so Hard to Ask for Help?Over the past twenty years, I have learned how to share my life with chronic pain. Not just from psoriatic arthritis but...reactionscomments
After a Diagnosis of Psoriatic Arthritis, Where Did I Go?Psoriatic arthritis came like a thief in the night and took something that I thought was untouchable: myself. Talk about a humbling...reactionscomments
Four Ways Psoriatic Arthritis Filled My Life with FearBefore psoriatic arthritis, I loved life. I laughed, I played and was always up for an adventure. Life was fun and I...reactionscomments
3 Survival Tips for the HolidaysSing it with me! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Or is it? Is wonderful the word you would use...reactionscomments
Not Everything That "Pains" Is Psoriatic ArthritisAfter attending a very interesting talk by a rheumatologist, it left me with a lot to think about. Not everything that pains...reactionscomments
Living With: Chronic Conditions & DatingHow does living with chronic conditions like psoriatic arthritis impact dating? Hear from four Health Union contributors: Marisa Lauren Troy, who lives...reactionscomments
Coping with the UnknownThe science of psoriatic arthritis has come a long way, especially in recent years. There have been amazing advancements in understanding how...reactionscomments
Are You a Patient Advocate or a Patient Expert?I have had psoriasis for 55 years and psoriatic arthritis for 35 years. I have talked to countless medical professionals over the...reactionscomments
The Joy and Danger of Taking a Stroll Down Memory LaneWhen I am in pain, a stroll down memory lane can be a good thing or a bad thing. It’s great when...reactionscomments
When We Know Better, We Do BetterAn age-old adage. One that has found its way into my daily life and has become a way of thinking and my...reactions1comment
Juggling Life on a UnicycleManaging life with psoriatic arthritis is demanding of both our physical strength and mental resilience. We juggle medication and appointments with test...reactionscomments
Am I Having a Flare?I was talking on the phone with a friend the other day after I had, once again, canceled our plans. Yes, she...reactionscomments
Communicate Better with Your DoctorI’m the first to admit that I’ve walked out of a doctor’s office and never returned because of tears and frustration. I’m...reactions2comments
Acupuncture: Myth or Magic?Growing up my mother always discounted acupuncture, chiropractors, and anything that wasn't traditional medicine. Soon after I got married, my wife hurt...reactions5comments
Getting Psoriatic Arthritis DiagnosedPsoriatic arthritis is nothing fun. I have had it for the last six years. It started in my lower back. For the...reactions9comments
When Being in Pain Is a PainPsoriasis is a generally known disease and those who struggle with it can recognize the condition and know the problems that come...reactions2comments
Can Psoriatic Arthritis Cause Vertigo?I was walking through a busy train station the first time my vertigo hit. There were tons of people walking around me...reactions8comments
The History of World Arthritis DayOctober hosts two great distinctions for two special chronic conditions. It not only has World Psoriasis Day which is celebrated on October...reactionscomments
Control FreakI used to believe that I was an easy-going person. To my surprise, chronic pain from psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia proved me...reactions5comments
