Blood Tests and Sed Rate in Psoriatic ArthritisBlood tests are commonly used as a tool to diagnose psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Specifically, a type of blood test called a “sed rate test” is used to determine the level... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
A PsA Quiz: Flares, Flares, FlaresPsoriatic arthritis is a double-whammy that has the hallmarks of both psoriasis's skin rashes and inflammatory arthritis's joint pain. These painful symptoms may increase at certain times, random times, and... By HeatherAzar2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Challenges PsA Patients Face: Accessing MedicationIt is very difficult to find the right words to really explain the level of frustration and anger when it comes to accessing specific treatment. Even when you find yourself... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Listening to Your Body, Not to Your BrainWhen we being to even try to listen to our body, our brain, our pain, and our thoughts are screaming so loud. Trying to process all of this makes it... By Davinia Ayala2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: Water Exercise and Psoriatic ArthritisIt can feel like a catch-22: Exercise is said to help the pain of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), but too often the exercise itself is too painful to be helpful. For... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a chronic (long-term) health condition like psoriatic arthritis (PsA)... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sugar: The Sneaky Snake Messing with your Inflammation LevelsDisclaimer: This article represents the opinions, thoughts, and experiences of the author. If you or a loved one wants to learn more about the impact of sugar, please reach out... By Leanne Donaldson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A PsA Quiz: Talking TreatmentThe impact of psoriatic arthritis can be all-consuming. When researching, understanding, and discussing treatment options are thrown into the mix, well, let's just say feeling overwhelmed is simply an understatement... By HeatherAzar2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Talking With Your Doctor About Psoriatic Arthritis ProgressionI have seen so many stories and comments focused on doctor-patient communication. What is it that people have such a hard time talking to their doctor? It might be that... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Growing Older With Psoriatic ArthritisGrowing older with psoriatic arthritis can mean many different things. A few things that come to mind are access to health care and disease progression. My birthday was in February... By Diane T2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Surviving the Psoriatic Arthritis Storm CloudsIt’s not very often that I put something personal like this out for the world to read. For my articles, I usually like to share more positive things I’ve learned... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Dating with Psoriatic Arthritis: Meet the ParentsFinding a partner who is willing to cope with your diagnosis and is truly empathetic can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. But meeting their parents can feel... By Elizabeth Medeiros3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
3 Ways Psoriatic Arthritis Fatigue And Tiredness Are Alike Yet DifferentFatigue and tiredness are often mistaken for each other. Typically, it comes from someone who does not have psoriatic arthritis or another chronic illness that mixes the two up. To... By Cynthia Covert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Understanding The Emotional Challenges of Psoriatic ArthritisLife is different when you live with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). More than just physical, pain from PsA can cause feelings like anger, hopelessness, sadness, and anxiety. Results from our 2021... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and Mental Health: RegretsFeelings are funny things. As complex humans, we are faced with complex feelings that include a variety of happiness, sadness, disgust, and anger. In addition to these default feelings, there... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chronic Pain and Relationships with Dr. Karl Sperber, Clinical PsychologistAlong with the physical and inconsistent pain that comes with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), getting loved ones to believe and support our pain is another frustrating challenge. It can feel impossible... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Nerve Pain Injections for Psoriatic Arthritis Back PainI used to be terrified of needles. Someone else (the person with the needle in their hand) was in control and I didn’t like that. Having blood drawn or even... By Julie Greenwood3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Ways The Media Disrespects Psoriatic Arthritis“R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what that means to me”. When it comes to having a respectable chronic illness, I drew the short straw! Not once, but four times! Each diagnosis has... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
I Believe You When You Say You're in PainDo you ever worry that people think you might be faking your pain? I constantly worry about that! I think I feel that way because psoriatic pain isn’t constant, or... By Julie Greenwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Psoriatic Arthritis Friendly Dream KitchenMy husband and I have been busy redecorating and improving the accessibility of our home. Unfortunately, as renters, we are limited in what we can change. However, we have still... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments