My Experience with Thyroid Disease and Psoriatic ArthritisAs the beginning of 2012 progressed, my health was on a steady decline. One afternoon at work, I remember speaking to a...reactions4comments
Strength and Dexterity Issues with Psoriatic Arthritis: An Exercise in FrustrationHave you ever struggled with strength and dexterity as a result of your psoriatic arthritis? It is ridiculously frustrating. Am I right?...reactions93comments
Using Essential Oils as a Complementary Treatment for Psoriatic ArthritisI’m not known as someone who supports homeopathic treatments or concoctions. As a sick teen, my mom was desperate to get me...reactions10comments
Is Psoriatic Arthritis Genetic?The exact causes of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) are unknown. In PsA, the immune system attacks healthy joints and tissue. This can cause...reactions15comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and Other Risk Factors for OsteoporosisI'm only 24, but many of my lifestyle choices already revolve around bone health. I try to have a calcium-rich food item...reactionscomments
Bring Me To My KneesI consider myself to be a strong person. I have lived through some tough things in life like we all do. I...reactions5comments
Never Ignore Your Arthritis-Related FatigueWhen we think of active psoriatic arthritis, some of the first things that come to mind are painful joints and raging psoriasis...reactions2comments
Pandemic Stress Upset My Psoriatic Arthritis PainTwo months into the pandemic shutdown, my psoriatic arthritis pain levels flew off the chart! I was completely blindsided. Over the past...reactionscomments
Post-Activity Stiffness and Psoriatic Arthritis (Part Two)One thing that I like about writing articles is reading the responses from everyone who reads them. Whether good or bad, it...reactions17comments
Take the Connected Health Survey!"The Connected Health Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest!" In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites...reactionscomments
Describing The Worst Days With Chronic PainIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of psoriatic-arthritis.com) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic...reactions2comments
The Pains of Showering with PsAYou know you are struggling with chronic illness when even the most mundane activities seem to always become a significant undertaking. In...reactions20comments
Support Tips for Loved Ones with Psoriatic ArthritisBecause people are often so vastly different in their experience of psoriatic arthritis, it is sometimes difficult to know the best ways...reactionscomments
Tingling Fingers and Dropsy HandsI grew up being deemed klutzy. Walking into a wall that’s been in the same place for 10 years was a normal...reactions32comments
Ask The Advocate: Advice For The Newly DiagnosedFor those with psoriatic arthritis, the condition can change how you live your life every single day. This condition is the center...reactionscomments
What Do You Know About Rheumatic Diseases?What is a rheumatic disease? A rheumatic disease is an autoimmune and inflammatory condition that causes the body’s immune system to attack...reactionscomments
What Should You Do if You Have Fears of Psoriatic Disease?According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, 30% of people who have psoriasis will also have psoriatic arthritis. I’ve prayed I wouldn’t be...reactions3comments
Infographic: Pain Management Treatment and CareIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of Psoriatic-Arthritis.com) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic...reactionscomments
Five Ways Journaling Helps Me Cope with Psoriatic ArthritisI used to stay away from journaling. I always thought I was too long-winded in my thoughts and words to try penning...reactionscomments
My Psoriatic Arthritis Met A HurricaneUnless you are not one to listen to the news, you have probably heard of Hurricane Laura by now. Living in Louisiana...reactions2comments
