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I never know how my body is going to behave. One moment I may experience pain in my spine and an hour later my hips, hands, and/or feet may join...

When asked how our chronic conditions have changed our lives, we often focus on the negative. Rightfully so, we're in so much pain and somehow we're the lucky ones who...

Sometimes, laughter really is the best medicine. And when you have psoriatic arthritis, easing pain and relieving stress is always welcome. In August 2015, I attended “How to Dance in the...

The jury is still out on eliminating gluten — a complex protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. In a small number of cases, eliminating gluten can lead to improvements...

If you're like me, creating healthy habits isn't so easy. I've tried a gluten-free diet, a vegetarian diet, and even a modified paleo diet in hopes of improving my psoriasis...

When I was combatting pain with prescription pain pills, I either slept all the time or not at all. There was no in-between. There were times when I would only sleep for...

Anyone with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) knows how uncomfortable and challenging it can be to live with pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. But for some, that pain extends to...

Diagnoses can come in many forms and take on various weights. A diagnosis for the common cold, for instance, may provide to be a little annoying, and require a week or...

After I got over the initial shock and denial of my diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), It swiftly came to my attention how much this condition impacts every single aspect...

In my life prior to living with chronic pain, I looked forward to getting dressed every day. I not only enjoyed putting together fashionable outfits, but I also delighted in...

Do you live with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis? Consider speaking up! I have had psoriasis for 50 years and psoriatic arthritis for the past 25 years. I have been very...

As we look forward to 2017, we make many resolutions to start the year off right include losing weight, getting organized and spending more time with family. But as a...

Sometimes it seems as though my right knee is a weather barometer. I'm telling you when the weather is bad, so are my joints. You may have heard of this...

If you have been recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, get ready to hear what those of us who have been living with this condition hear often: "It will get better.”...

Walking and standing are not easy for me. That is also not an easy thing to admit freely. For the past 10 years, my body has been through so much...

Sometimes, your insurance company’s decisions, distance to your doctor’s office, or your doctor’s retirement dictate your need to find another doctor for your care. But sometimes, it’s your strained relationship...

Managing a chronic disease, such as psoriatic arthritis (PsA), is challenging enough without having to think about paying for PsA treatment or dealing with the cost of drugs. And it...

I have a love-hate relationship with my eyes. My baby blues are one of my favorite physical attributes, but they like to cause trouble and have a hard time behaving...

No one should live in fear. It's a vulnerable and troubled place to live. Sadly, most of us who suffer from chronic conditions like psoriatic arthritis do that. In my...

Acceptance of psoriatic disease is far from easy. It took me around 13 years to feel comfortable, confident, and guilt-free when it comes to managing my condition. That said -...