Mental Health Month 2020: Not Just In Your HeadFor a long time, we said mental health happens in the mind and the body is just along for the ride. People who've experienced stress, anxiety, depression, or even minor...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Real Stories & Strange Symptoms of Psoriatic ArthritisLiving with psoriatic arthritis does not come without its physical challenges. Swelling, joint pain, fatigue are all commonly shared symptoms. But what about those strange unexplained symptoms of psoriatic arthritis?...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Psoriatic Disease, I Abhor YouAbhor. Its official definition is a verb and means “regard with disgust or hatred.” My definition is so much more. There are many words that come to mind when I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis Knee PainPsoriatic arthritis is so hard on the body. I haven't been dealing with it for as long as others. Mine started about seven years ago. It is mainly located in...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Psoriatic Woes: Do You Mind Repeating Yourself?I have had psoriasis since 1996, partnered with psoriatic arthritis. Recently, I've attended my niece's wedding. My daughter is a junior flower girl and I am looking forward to taking...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Feeling Like a Psoriatic FailurePsoriatic arthritis impacts every part of my life. As much as I wish it wasn’t true, I’m also a realist who understands (and on a good day, accepts) the reality...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Privacy Concerns When Using Telehealth ServicesTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor OnlineTelehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being in the same room, or even the same...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis And Skin CarePsoriasis causes red patches of inflamed skin, or plaques, that form during flare-ups. They are itchy, painful, and can crack and bleed. Plaques can form anywhere on your body but...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Can Psoriatic Arthritis Impact Your Hearing?About 2 out of every 5 people with psoriasis get psoriatic arthritis. Those with psoriatic arthritis may have stiffness, joint pain, and swollen fingers or toes. Foot and lower back...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your DoctorVisiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can get medical advice, visual assessments, treatments, or update...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth SurgeThe technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United States until recently. The recent public health emergency...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Do Disparities Look Like When Living With Psoriatic Arthritis?As a person who has lived with this illness for decades, I believe I have earned the right to say that I certainly have learned a few things. I have...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Should We Shelter Our Children From the Reality of Life with Psoriatic Arthritis?Our children are meant to be protected. They should be sheltered from the harsher realities of life. In most cases, it is pretty clear to me what my kids should...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When You Are Newly DiagnosedIt can often be very difficult to know what to ask or even where to begin when you have questions for your doctor at your first appointment. Community members have...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Managing Expectations and Societal Pressures with Psoriatic ArthritisWe live in a “go big or go home” world. Television and social media constantly serve up images of a lifestyle of “you can have it all!” I scroll through...Reactions0reactionsComments21 comments
A Week in the Life of a Flaring Psoriatic Arthritis SuffererLiving with psoriatic arthritis can feel at times like a game of craps. Each day brings a new challenge or change of circumstance seemingly based on the throw of a...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments