Community Views: Emotional Support While Living With Psoriatic ArthritisWhen talking about the pain of living with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), we do not always mention the emotional support we need. Receiving emotional support is very necessary along the PsA... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Amplifying Black Advocate Voices: How Bias Has Affected My Patient JourneyBeing diagnosed with an autoimmune condition like psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can take years. Many people report their early symptoms were dismissed by doctors or they were misdiagnosed. This delays treatment... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Soldier On with Psoriasis ArthritisWhen Oscar, a thirty-six-year-old dedicated army officer could not keep up with his fellow trainees, he realized that something was wrong. Training as an army officer in 2012, he wasn't... By Diane T2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How My Power Wheelchair Makes Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Less PainfulWith the health setbacks, I have experienced over the past two years and no hope of them improving in the near future, purchasing a power wheelchair became a priority. Self-sufficiency... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment and Side EffectsLiving with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can involve many different treatments in an attempt to manage symptoms. One of the biggest challenges comes with also managing side effects from those drugs... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I’m Sorry. I Don’t Have That Disease.I can’t tell you how many times I am approached about having a certain disease and wanting information on it. The conversation usually goes like this: “Hey, Jaime. You have... By Jaime Lyn Moy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Lessons Learned from the Anti-Inflammatory DietMonths after being diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, I still struggled with joint pains and extreme fatigue. So, my doctor suggested that I switch my medications from Methotrexate and prescribed Prednisone... By Annelyse Andal2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health SurveySometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone has a different level of comfort using technology... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Study Finds People With Psoriatic Arthritis Have Increased Risk for LupusA recent study published in The Journal of Rheumatology has explored the potential link between psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and lupus. PsA often occurs alongside psoriasis, an inflammatory skin condition. However... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Three Reasons Psoriatic Arthritis Demands That I NapI used to think of naps as a time to energize for a late-night out or reenergize after a wild night. Who knew they would become a way of surviving... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis & Compression GlovesHaving psoriatic arthritis is not always about the pain. Oh, who am I kidding, it is always about the pain. Psoriatic arthritis is such a hard disease to live with... By Vickie Wilkerson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Redefining Rest With Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis is two words that, for most of us, have changed how we live our daily lives. We have made adaptations and sacrifices by the dozen to be able to... By ClairG3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
MRI and Psoriatic ArthritisLiving with psoriatic arthritis for the last seven years, I have gotten used to daily pain. Usually, the pain resides in my back, however, for the last couple of months... By Vickie Wilkerson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Career Advice for Young Adults with Psoriatic ArthritisWhen I was in high school and faced with trying to choose a career, I had an extra consideration my friends didn't have. What type of job would be arthritis-friendly?... By Elizabeth Medeiros2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and a Little FaithI can’t tell you the countless times that I’ve laid alarmingly awake at 3AM, in pain, and unable to sleep. Sometimes the pain is in my knees, sometimes my back... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and My Mental State of Mind"You have a personal choice in your life. It’s your fault when you don’t set goals for your health. It’s your choice." These are just a few statements I have... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Planning For Your Next In-Person VisitWhile some appointments can be done virtually using telemedicine, there are still many visits that need to be done in person. If you need to attend an in-person visit, planning... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis: Who’s Most at Risk?Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of arthritis where not only is there joint pain, joint swelling, and joint stiffness, but there are also psoriasis—or red, thick, scaly skin patches... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Three Dangers Of Blaming PsA Flares On YourselfSelf-blaming a psoriatic arthritis flare. We have all done it. Some more than others, but at one time or another we have all blamed a flare on something we think... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis, Affection and Physical TouchEvery single person reading this has been affected by the current global pandemic, even if you personally have not been diagnosed with the virus. Whether you’re suffering from job loss... By Janet Geddis2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments