New here and question WWYD: I haven't been to a Rheumatologist in 8 years!...Hi I am new here! I have a question because I haven't been to a rheumatologist in so, so long. I would...reactions15repliesTreatment
Access to Medications in an Opioid-Crisis Era...The United States is currently in an epidemic that is often referred to as the “opioid crisis.” This has led to a...reactionscomments
Wisdom Gained as a Young Adult with Psoriatic Arthritis...I admit it: I'm actually a cranky old lady in the body of a twenty-two-year-old. While other girls smell like perfume, I...reactions1comment
Psoriatic Arthritis Has Made Me a Liar...I’ve always valued honesty, truthfulness, and integrity. In fact, one of the reasons I married my husband is because of his unabashed...reactions2comments
Sometimes a Fall is Just a Fall...Sometimes a fall is just a fall. Sometimes a bad day is just a bad day. Sometimes pain is just pain. When...reactionscomments
We Are All in This Together...I find it difficult to spend time in most chronic illness groups. You might think it is because I don’t like being...reactionscomments
What has been your experience with Remicade IV infusions?...I am due to start this drug next week. Am a little gunshy because of deja vu feelings re chemotherapy 20 yrs...reactions4repliesBiologicTreatment
This was my journey with PSA from the begining...I was 39 yrs old married in 1999 raising 3 girls, I was a workhorse 2 jobs most times was a machinist...reactions6comments
Souvenirs and Symbols...As a whole, I believe it is safe to say that as humans, we love our “stuff.” Our closets, cupboards, and garages...reactionscomments
Living with PsA is a Balancing Act...Living with psoriatic arthritis has taught me the importance of balance. If not careful, my whole world can fall apart leaving me...reactions1comment
Are You Asleep Yet?...I’m sure we all have had our feet fall asleep. In medical terminology what does this mean? We have all been sitting...reactionscomments
How do you get help with copays for biologic drugs?...How do you get help with copays for biologic drugs?...reactions1replyBiologicCostTreatment
Can PsA cause a sluggish Lymphatic system?...I wanted to know does anyone have a sluggish lymph system due to PSA? Blood work and had CT scan and everything...reactions1replySymptoms
Considering the Long-Term Safety of Biologics...As a chronic condition, psoriatic arthritis (PsA) requires ongoing treatment, and some in our community have asked about the long-term safety of...reactions2comments
The Invisibility of Pain...Pain can be classified as an "invisible" symptom. Unlike a broken arm in a cast or a bleeding wound, pain cannot be...reactions8comments
How do you deal with the immune suppression from the medications?...I have been recently diagnosed and started the meds, my concern is they say the meds can suppress the immune system. I...reactions3repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatment
Trying to Stop My Flaky Habit...Like many of you, my journey with psoriatic arthritis began with a psoriasis diagnosis in childhood. My first skin symptoms manifested when...reactionscomments
Do you get stomach pain as a side effect from your PsA medication?...I have had stomach pain for the last 2 days after I eat. I take my 3rd starter dose tomorrow. Will my...reactions1replySide EffectsTreatment
New here. Excited I’m not alone....Hello. I’m really excited I found this site and these forums. I’ve read some great articles on the site. I live alone...reactions11repliesFriends & FamilyNewly Diagnosed
Starting the New Year with a New Approach to Living with PsA...Are you dreading or looking forward to the New Year? As long as I can remember, the New Year has always come...reactions1comment
