Does Psoriatic Arthritis Stand in the Way of Your Dreams?Some people dream of being president. Other people dream of becoming doctors, lawyers, or veterinarians. However, all my life I wanted to be a mom. I am blessed with wonderful... By Leanne Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Before I Could Live With Psoriatic Arthritis, I Had to Mourn the Life I Had Without ItI had no clue what to expect when I was first diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. Outside of my rheumatologist telling me that it wasn’t curable, but that he could only... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
No, I Am Not a Doctor. I Just Live With Psoriatic ArthritisI have had psoriasis for over 50 years and psoriatic arthritis for the past 35 years. In the last 15 years, I have considered myself an expert by experience only... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and Knee PainWhen you take time to think about it, it makes a great deal of sense why knee pain is so prevalent in the PsA community. After all, the knees are... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis at WorkWorking is just one of those things that most of us have to do on a regular basis. Whether we are feeling up to it or not. There are bills... By ClairG3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Find Your Mantra When Living With Psoriatic ArthritisAfter having psoriasis for over 55 years, psoriatic arthritis for 35 years and fibromyalgia for 2 years; these diseases have taken somewhat of a toll on me. When we are... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Everything Takes Longer with Psoriatic ArthritisI often joke that I move at a snail’s pace. The truth is that I really do move slower than my friends and family. I can’t blame my age, because... By Cynthia Covert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
The Effect of Weather on Psoriatic Arthritis: Under Atmospheric PressureFrom time to time I am forced to remember that my body is a biological being and that other environmental and biological things can affect it. Have you ever seen... By ClairG2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Coping with Psoriatic ArthritisI wish I had better advice than I currently do for coping with psoriatic arthritis. When it comes down to it, I feel like coping for me can come in... By Leanne Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
I Am More Than My Diagnosis: A Year in ReviewAs this community and our sister communities grow, one universal truth is clear: people are more than just their diagnoses. As 2019 comes to a close and a new year... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can We Find Validation in Life with Psoriatic Arthritis?Every now and again, you get a nice run of days when you can almost “forget” that you have a chronic illness. You go about your life, like any other... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
8 Ways You Know You Have Psoriatic ArthritisThere are several ways that a doctor can tell if you have psoriatic arthritis. Some of these include swollen fingers, joint damage, or suspect skin rashes. It isn't too often... By Leanne Donaldson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Up and Down The Stairs With Psoriatic ArthritisFor the past month, my stories have been about the new addition to our family, our new granddaughter. Having a new baby brings big changes. I bet you are wondering... By Vickie Wilkerson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Midnight Shenanigans with Psoriatic ArthritisSleep, how I miss you. We used to be such good friends. When you left in the mornings, I would feel refreshed like having a good cup of coffee with... By ClairG2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
We Are All Different: A Look at Variations in Psoriatic ArthritisWe are all made, each and every one of us, differently. No two people are alike. Our life experiences, our bodies, and yes, even how our bodies handle psoriatic arthritis... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Three Things Disneyland Has Taught Me About Psoriatic ArthritisPeople think that I am obsessed with Disney and Disneyland. Okay, maybe they are right. Believe it or not, Disneyland does more than entertain me, it has taught me a... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Functionally Sick with Psoriatic ArthritisBeing “sick” isn’t a black and white thing. There are a million and one shades of grey, all mixed up together. Our days can’t be categorized by “sick” or “well.”... By Leanne Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
8 Psoriatic Arthritis-Friendly Kitchen Tools To Help This Holiday SeasonI was determined to cook a full Thanksgiving dinner myself this year. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberries, and cookies. I was excited, thrilled! Cooking and hosting... By Brittany Ineson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis at WorkWork, oh this thing that we have to do to pay the bills. For some of us, it is a passion and for some of us, it is just a... By ClairG3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis Hearing Loss and Hearing AidsIf you’ve read my diagnosis story, then you might know that it largely revolves around hearing loss as one of my first “real” symptoms. I experienced sudden hearing loss, with... By Leanne Donaldson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments