Woes of PsA: Finding the Right DiagnosisLike many people with psoriatic arthritis, I experienced symptoms for quite a few years before landing myself a diagnosis. I wrote off...reactions7comments
Why I Resisted Natural TreatmentsI currently treat almost all of my conditions, which includes psoriatic arthritis, as naturally and pharmaceutical drug-free as possible.The only pill I...reactions4comments
If I Could Turn Ahead Time with Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis is a real disease that causes me pain every day. It affects my everyday life in the worst way. It...reactionscomments
Combatting Those Side-EyesIf you have psoriatic arthritis, you may have heard it referred to as an invisible illness. You look fine on the outside...reactions3comments
Why Lists are So Important to MeI love lists. I make lists for everything. List making became more important to me after being diagnosed. Physical pain messes with...reactionscomments
For Those with a Chronic Illness: What are Our Rights?In this day and age, all we hear about is people’s rights. We have children’s rights, freedom of speech rights, human rights...reactionscomments
Treatment Discrimination for Chronic PainTreatment discrimination for chronic pain can occur for those who need prescription pain relief and for those who opt to treat their condition naturally.reactions1comment
Furry PhysiciansOur family has four pets, three cats, and a dog. One cat thinks he is a dog, and another thinks she is...reactionscomments
A Pain-Free Day? What the Heck is That?One thing my friends and family struggle to accept is that I never experience a pain-free moment or day. Many assume that...reactions40comments
5 Mistakes I Made Managing PsAAfter dealing with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis for 13 years – first with my son, then with me – I’ve come to...reactions1comment
How I Medicate with Medical MarijuanaIn this post I share how I treat my chronic illnesses, which includes psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, with medical marijuana (MMJ). While...reactions6comments
Developing Spidey Senses with PsAI may not be able to climb walls or shoot webs from my hands, but Spiderman and I do have some things...reactionscomments
Respecting Treatment ChoicesAs if having our lives altered by psoriatic arthritis wasn’t hard enough, we also face harsh judgment from those who disapprove of...reactions3comments
15 Minutes of Self-Care With Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) can be a painful, debilitating disease. It is lifelong, and there is no cure. Facing an uncertain future makes...reactions1comment
What I Carry In My Chronic Care BagI never know how my body is going to behave. One moment I may experience pain in my spine and an hour...reactionscomments
5 Ways Psoriatic Arthritis Has Improved My LifeWhen asked how our chronic conditions have changed our lives, we often focus on the negative. Rightfully so, we're in so much...reactionscomments
Laughter Can Be Your Best MedicineSometimes, laughter really is the best medicine. And when you have psoriatic arthritis, easing pain and relieving stress is always welcome. In August...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis and GlutenThe jury is still out on eliminating gluten — a complex protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. In a small number...reactionscomments
Drinking Water to Help with PsAIf you're like me, creating healthy habits isn't so easy. I've tried a gluten-free diet, a vegetarian diet, and even a modified...reactions5comments
Finding My Sleep Pattern and Experiencing a Restorative SleepWhen I was combatting pain with prescription pain pills, I either slept all the time or not at all. There was no in-between. There...reactionscomments
