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
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
Winter Is ComingI am a big Game of Thrones fan. So big in fact that I have either bought the series or asked for...reactions19comments
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
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
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
Why Do I Advocate?Hard question: Do you ever think about why you advocate? I ask this question and I really want you to think about...reactionscomments
Talking Pain: The Conversation EquationMy first symptom of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) was a case of swollen knuckles that resulted in bulbous disfigurement at each finger's bend. I woke in...reactions2comments
How Can You Tell The Difference Between Psoriatic Arthritis Pain and Fibromyalgia Pain?To be honest, I can’t tell the difference. For 35 years, I have had psoriatic arthritis and just two years ago became...reactions8comments
The Joy and Pain of Prescription RenewalJust checked the calendar and it’s time to start the process. What a process it is! First, it’s time to call the...reactionscomments
Could a Mediterranean Diet Be Right for You?No sugar. No dairy. No gluten. No carbs. No...You fill in the blank. We’ve all heard advice – solicited and unsolicited –...reactions2comments
My Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnosis ExperienceLast weekend I sat on a patient panel (with 1 other patient) in front of 103 resident dermatologists at their conference in...reactionscomments
My PsA Autumn Wardrobe: Head to ToeIt’s time to start putting together my fall wardrobe. Unlike my life before psoriatic arthritis, my autumn outfits are chosen less by...reactionscomments
Getting Help in the KitchenI am one lucky lady. My husband’s parents owned Chinese restaurants while he was growing up. Thankfully, he took over most of...reactionscomments
How to Live With a Loved One With Psoriatic Arthritis: Advice From the Other SideI sat down with my hubby for a candid conversation about any advice he might have for others who are the support...reactions1comment
