Psoriatic Arthritis Has Me Living in a FogI never know what to say when people ask what having psoriatic arthritis (PsA) feels like. Some of my first thoughts that come to mind are experiencing the never-ending flu... By Elizabeth Medeiros2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Distinguishes Psoriatic Arthritis From Other Types of Arthritis?An excellent question I often get from a lot of my patients, and even residents who rotate with me, is how I can tell the difference between psoriatic arthritis and... By Donica Liu Baker, MD, FACR2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Missing the Old MeI try to be realistic in my journey of managing life with psoriatic arthritis. I have come to terms with my limitations. They are simply my reality now. A reality... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
7 Must-Haves For a Comfortable Office with Psoriatic ArthritisOur patient records, access to our healthcare and test results, and even managing our groceries are often all completed in front of a screen. When our bodies are already prone... By Leanne Donaldson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Methotrexate AccessMethotrexate is a common drug prescribed to people with inflammatory forms of arthritis and other autoimmune diseases. In an autoimmune disease, a person's immune system mistakes healthy cells for foreign... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Not Enough Sick Days: Life with Psoriatic ArthritisThe average amount of paid sick days available to workers in the United States is eight per year. For a healthy person, this may seem like a lot. To the... By Cynthia Covert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
Daily Life as a Perfectionist with Psoriatic ArthritisBefore my psoriatic arthritis diagnosis, I used to be so many admirable things. Healthy, dependable, and even hard-working. And, believe it or not, I leaned towards perfectionist tendencies. Meaning that... By Leanne Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
What I Wish Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis Parents KnewGrowing 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... By Elizabeth Medeiros2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Overcoming Chronic Illness DoubtsThroughout 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... By Annelyse Andal2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
PsA: Pitting of The NailsPitting 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... By ClairG2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What I Wish I Knew Before Starting MethotrexateIf 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... By Elizabeth Medeiros2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Baker's Cysts and Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) can sometimes trigger another painful condition called a Baker's cyst. A Baker's cyst (popliteal or synovial cyst) is a fluid-filled lump that develops behind your knee. It... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Voices of the PsA Community: Hear Cailey's StoryAs 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... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: Surprising Psoriatic Arthritis TriggersPsoriatic 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... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What My Psoriatic Arthritis Progression Timeline Reveals About the FutureI 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... By Cynthia Covert4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Voices of the PsA Community: Hear Kendall's StoryWhen 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... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Voices of the PsA Community: Hear Elisabeth's StoryThe 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... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Voices of the PsA Community: Hear Brittany's StoryPsoriatic 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... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramWe are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards program recognizing Health Leaders who make a difference... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Things in My Arthritis-Friendly Home That Just Make SenseWhen 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... By Elizabeth Medeiros3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments