My Long Journey to a Diagnosis of Psoriatic ArthritisMost people didn't understand my condition or even care to know about it. They all assumed I was lazy or just a self-centered person. I was diagnosed with psoriasis at...reactionscomments
Dreary Days and Joint PainsWhen I woke up on a rainy, crisp day in October, I could immediately feel the ache in my hands. I felt the dull throbbing in my finger joints as...reactionscomments
The Anxiety Of One Psoriatic Flare Setting Off AnotherIt can be a constant rollercoaster ride to live with psoriatic disease, which is a combination of psoriasis (Pso) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Recently, on this journey, I have been...reactions6comments
I Wish I Had a TV DoctorThis month, I've been binge-watching Call The Midwife. I picked it up again after missing a few seasons and have thoroughly enjoyed it. Through the happy and sad tears, my...reactions1comment
My Must-Have Products for Psoriatic ArthritisThere are different gadgets and products that I used to help me with my psoriatic arthritis. These help me to ease the pain of living my life with psoriatic arthritis...reactions7comments
Degrees of Nail PittingOver the years of dealing with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, my nails have certainly been one of the most frustrating things. My nails are more stubborn than what my teenage...reactions4comments
What Are Medical Books Missing When It Comes to Psoriatic Arthritis?During a recent discussion with someone, I was telling them my history of psoriatic arthritis. It’s the same old tale that most of us have in that it took way...reactions10comments
Unmasking the Frustration and Lack of Awareness of Psoriatic ArthritisWhen I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) two decades ago, I never imagined the misconceptions and dismissive responses I would encounter from well-meaning friends, family, and even popular media...reactions4comments
Applying for Social SecurityMy journey applying for social security started June 23, 2023. Dr. Sun my arthritis specialist made the suggestion that I should try to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)/Supplemental...reactions12comments
Fatigue, It Gets the Best of MeOne of the greatest battles I have faced with psoriatic arthritis is fatigue. It has affected me in ways that I never even knew were possible. Who would have ever thought...reactions17comments
How Have I Worked Around High-Cost Medications?This has been the age-old question I have been asking for decades. Managing psoriatic arthritis (PsA) has been a journey with its fair share of difficulties. This journey's turning point...reactionscomments
My Psoriatic Arthritis Journey: 3 Key Insights I Wish I Knew at Diagnosis"While we can't change the past, our hindsight can illuminate the present. What we see now, with the wisdom of experience, has the power to guide and inspire others today."...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis and Varying Levels of Jaw PainDo you know that psoriatic arthritis can cause problems with your jaws? The answer is no right? I didn’t either until my friend who has had pain in her jaw...reactionscomments
I Have No Patience for Flares or RecoveryI have been told I'm a patient person when it comes to dealing with other people. I especially received a lot of compliments on my patience when I was in...reactionscomments
Top 5 Tips to Prepare for WinterAutumn has shared with us the beauty of letting go, her beautiful colors of all the shades of red, orange, yellow, brown, and everything in between. Knowing that when autumn...reactionscomments
The Bitter Cold is Bitterly Painful for My Psoriatic ArthritisHere in the Chicago suburbs it's been bitter cold, which can been bitterly painful for psoriatic arthritis! Temperatures dip into the negatives in the winter months here. Bundling up is...reactionscomments
My Psoriatic Arthritis vs Winter's One Two PunchI hate winter now. That is really saying something because I used to love winter. Louisiana can be so hot in the summer. I looked forward to the cooler weather...reactionscomments
My Love-Hate Relationship with PsA FatigueLiving with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) offers a unique set of challenges beyond the obvious symptoms of rashes and joint pain. One such hidden challenge is fatigue, a symptom...reactionscomments
It’s Not Easy Explaining the Impact of an Invisible IllnessBelieve it or not; I used to run track when I was very young. It was not easy explaining to people the pain I was having in my knees. I...reactionscomments
Don't Judge Me for My Good DaysPlease don't judge me based on my good days. Looks can be deceiving for someone with a chronic illness. What looks like a good day might actually be a good...reactions8comments