When Being in Pain Is a PainPsoriasis is a generally known disease and those who struggle with it can recognize the condition and know the problems that come...reactionscomments
Can Psoriatic Arthritis Cause Vertigo?I was walking through a busy train station the first time my vertigo hit. There were tons of people walking around me...reactions8comments
The History of World Arthritis DayOctober hosts two great distinctions for two special chronic conditions. It not only has World Psoriasis Day which is celebrated on October...reactionscomments
Control FreakI used to believe that I was an easy-going person. To my surprise, chronic pain from psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia proved me...reactions5comments
Why Do I Advocate?Hard question: Do you ever think about why you advocate? I ask this question and I really want you to think about...reactionscomments
Bruises, Bruises, and More BruisesIf I went to the doctor today, I’m sure she would have some serious questions for me about the condition of my...reactions8comments
How Can You Tell The Difference Between Psoriatic Arthritis Pain and Fibromyalgia Pain?To be honest, I can’t tell the difference. For 35 years, I have had psoriatic arthritis and just two years ago became...reactions8comments
The Joy and Pain of Prescription RenewalJust checked the calendar and it’s time to start the process. What a process it is! First, it’s time to call the...reactionscomments
A Healthy Lifestyle Is Possible With Psoriatic ArthritisI was invited to a wellness weekend by a local chiropractor in Lake Como, Wisconsin. At the time, I wasn't really what...reactionscomments
Could a Mediterranean Diet Be Right for You?No sugar. No dairy. No gluten. No carbs. No...You fill in the blank. We’ve all heard advice – solicited and unsolicited –...reactions2comments
My Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnosis ExperienceLast weekend I sat on a patient panel (with 1 other patient) in front of 103 resident dermatologists at their conference in...reactionscomments
My PsA Autumn Wardrobe: Head to ToeIt’s time to start putting together my fall wardrobe. Unlike my life before psoriatic arthritis, my autumn outfits are chosen less by...reactionscomments
Getting Help in the KitchenI am one lucky lady. My husband’s parents owned Chinese restaurants while he was growing up. Thankfully, he took over most of...reactionscomments
Daily Life Psoriatic Terms for NewbiesWhen you are diagnosed with a chronic illness like psoriatic arthritis, you probably know that there is a whole other language that...reactions9comments
Y’all come back now!Raise your hand if an emergency room doctor has told you that there is nothing they can do for your pain, but...reactionscomments
The Sweet SpotHave you found your “sweet spot” yet? You know what I mean? That moment, fleeting as it may be, that you simply...reactions6comments
What Is a Rheumatologist and Why Should I See One for Psoriatic Arthritis?A rheumatologist is a specialist, (a doctor who went on to receive further training) in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disease...reactionscomments
Movement Practice and the Way It Made Me StrongerEarly last year, I was scrolling through Instagram somewhat mindlessly (which is often how I engage—or not—with social media, which is something...reactionscomments
Instead of Giving Up, I Will Try Something NewSometimes the hiccups or surprises that psoriatic arthritis and my other chronic illnesses produce make doing what I love feel impossible. But...reactionscomments
Dealing with Long Term FearsThe future. If you would have asked me 10, 15 years ago and I would have sworn that the future held nothing...reactionscomments
