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...reactions4comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions12comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions10comments
You Are So LuckyAlthough I didn’t receive my first diagnosis until 2001, I have been dealing with chronic pain from psoriatic arthritis, psoriasis, degenerative disc...reactions2comments
Psoriatic Arthritis Holiday Gift GuidePsoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of arthritis that typically affects people with psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin condition usually represented by...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis at Fifty Is Not What I ExpectedThey say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Well, I am here to tell you firsthand that if you have...reactions1comment
Psoriatic Arthritis Tendon Pain: Improve Your Achilles TendonitisIf you’ve been diagnosed with Achilles tendonitis, you know how frustrating it is to hobble around in the morning because your ankles...reactionscomments
A Holiday Gift from Psoriatic Arthritis: When Jaw Pain Crashes DinnerIn the past, I tried to avoid gatherings like dinner parties. I always worried I was offending the host by not going...reactionscomments
To Rest or Not to Rest, That Is the QuestionYou may have noticed my less than subtle nod to the words of Shakespeare in the title. But sadly, beyond my love...reactionscomments
A Psoriatic Arthritis Story: Holiday AmnesiaFinding the right balance between caring for your health and deciding how much of your time and energy to give to others...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis Community Recommendations: The Shoe Edition!The initial symptoms of psoriatic arthritis in the feet are pain, swelling, warmth, and stiffness so choosing the right shoes is very...reactions19comments