Why We Hate Our DoctorsI have had psoriatic arthritis for over thirty-five years. It took me twenty-five years to get the proper diagnosis. Most patients with a chronic ailment go through a lot of... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Brain Fog and Psoriatic ArthritisPain and joint inflammation are some of the most recognized symptoms of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), but there are many other symptoms that also complicate life with the condition. One of... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
H2O: Water My Psoriatic BonesMost medical and non-medical people will agree on one thing. We all need water to survive and even thrive. I was raised in a home, where if you were thirsty... By ClairG2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When Your Psoriatic Pain Won't Allow You To WorkTwenty-nine years ago, I started to recognize the impact that psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis had on my ability to live a full and active life. It was difficult to even... By Julie Greenwood4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis & Trigger FingerRecently I wrote an article entitled “From Hip Pain To Finger Pain”. I described how I am now experiencing pain in my middle right finger. While I felt it was... By Vickie Wilkerson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments46 comments
The Holidays Are Bringing Added Stress To My Psoriatic ArthritisAs I was traveling alone the other day, I got to thinking of the upcoming holidays and how much-added stress can bring on during the "festive" season. If I was... By Vickie Wilkerson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Accept Where You Are in Your Psoriatic Arthritis JourneyI’ve never been a person that knows how to be content. As far back as I can remember, I’ve been this way. Like many young teens, I wanted to be... By Leanne Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
PsA Advice: Small Changes Make A Big DifferenceI have often said that the so-called small things in life are the most important. For truly the big things are nothing but accumulations of the small stuff. Bearing that... By ClairG2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Added Pains of Explaining Psoriatic ArthritisIt is hard enough to live with the physical challenges of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) like fatigue, pain, and stiffness. However, having to frequently explain the reason for your symptoms and... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments
Help! My Fingers Look like Sausages!My journey with psoriatic disease began with two seemingly unrelated symptoms, scalp flaking and stabbing pain in my little finger. They were symptoms that were each troublesome on their own... By Julie Greenwood3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How To Crawl Your Way Out of a Productivity SlumpChronic illness sufferers face so many symptoms every day. What still frustrates me the most after my diagnosis of fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis is the constant fatigue and exhaustion. It... By Annelyse Andal2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Tinnitus And Its Connection to Psoriatic ArthritisThere is growing evidence that people with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) may be at risk for hearing problems. In fact, research shows that people living with PsA are more likely to... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
An Experience with PsA and CBD OilOh, how the world is a-changing. Just a few years ago, the idea of CBD oil is widely used to treat a variety of symptoms was simply too far fetched... By ClairG2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
From Hip Pain To Finger PainI was shocked at the responses to my last article about hip pain. There were no bad responses at all. All the responses shared how many people have lived and... By Vickie Wilkerson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Going For An X-Ray? Here’s What To ExpectFirst off, do you know what an x-ray is? This is something that has been around for years. X-rays look inside the body without having a doctor cut you. So... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Play the Long Game with Psoriatic ArthritisEven if you’ve only been in the psoriatic arthritis world for a hot minute, you’ve probably seen the commercials featuring professional golfer, Phil Mickelson. I know, I know. In many... By Leanne Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
This Too Shall Pass: A Mantra To Survive Your Worst DaysDealing with excruciating pain is not new for chronic illness sufferers. In fact, coping with it is already a part of our daily routine. Worse, most of us pray to... By Annelyse Andal2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A Psoriatic Life: Tips For Your Loved OnesToday we are going to look at things from a different perspective. By the time we are done, my hope is that you will share this article with your loved... By ClairG3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
A Psoriatic Arthritis Dilemma: It's Okay to Accept HelpI've always been able to count on my recliner to provide me with at least some degree of relief, especially from lower back pain. Sitting there today, I continued to... By Julie Greenwood4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How You Responded to Your Psoriatic Arthritis DiagnosisPsoriatic arthritis is a common comorbidity of psoriasis. PsA can lead to permanent damage to bones and joints, especially if untreated. Currently, no diagnostic test for PsA exists. Thankfully, validated... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments