Your too young to have arthritis....What would be your response to this remark? Our community hears this a lot. So many of us get diagnosed in our 20's and 30's. How would you handle this?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & Advice
Did your psoriatic arthritis start in your nails?...I can't remember a time not have ridges, pits, or lines in my nails. They have been this way for 5 decades. I remember my nails raising and they told...Reactions0reactionsComments34 repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
Do you have low ferritin or anemia levels?...This is something I have had to deal with for years. No one ever told me why, just gave me more medications. Has anyone had to deal with this? If...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesTreatmentCoping
My Psoriatic Arthritis vs Winter's One Two Punch...I 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Love-Hate Relationship with PsA Fatigue...Living 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What autoimmune injuries can look like...A few weeks ago, I injured my hand - it's a bit of an embarrassing story as I was attempting to pet a farm animal I shouldn't have, and raked...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
I found this article to be so on point....https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/please-think-twice-before-suggesting-wellness-cures-to-chronically-ill-people/ar-AA1bHVig?ocid=hpmsn&cvid=50b03b999c0a43cfb3abce9622179dc6&ei=16...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesTips & AdviceCoping
What are some extreme pain symptoms you've had?...I have extreme ankle pain but also I wake in the middle of the night with crippling cramp in my feet,ankles, calves! My lower back is in agony! I'm wondering...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesFlaresSide EffectsSleep
It’s Not Easy Explaining the Impact of an Invisible Illness...Believe 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Don't Judge Me for My Good Days...Please 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...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Sleeping in a Pillow Fort for My Psoriatic Arthritis...Sleep is not something that I have ever been very good with. I have suffered from insomnia since I was a young girl and have never known consistent sleep. Since...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Experience with periodontal disease?...Having issues finding dentists that are aware of the link between teeth and psa Anyone have experience?...Reactions0reactionsComments16 repliesTips & AdviceRheumatologistTreatment
Essential Tools for Easier Living with Psoriatic Arthritis...What tools or gadgets help you make day-to-day life with psoriatic arthritis a little easier? I know electric can openers are very popular. Please share any other helpful tools!...Reactions0reactionsComments68 repliesTips & AdviceAssistive Devices
Has anyone been successful with obtaining disability...Disability as a prevention to disease progression. Has anyone receive assistance from there jobs to acco.odate flare days? What jobs are the hardest on PsA ?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesInsurance & Disability
Weather Sensitivity and Psoriatic Arthritis: The Storm Within...Living with psoriatic arthritis is an ongoing challenge, as the symptoms of this chronic condition can fluctuate unpredictably. What adds an extra layer of complexity to this struggle is the...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Joining a Clinical Trial on Meditation To Help PsA Pain...I have lived with psoriatic arthritis now going on 10 years. It has progressed over those years with the areas infected hurting more and more. Every day is a balancing...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Infusion Treatment with Methotrexate ...I began infusion treatment with Aria Simponi in Jan 2023 and got some results so in June I agreed to give methotrexate a try as well. I immediately saw an...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesSide Effects
Will you take our In America survey and help others understand the impact of psoriatic arthritis?...The In America survey is now closed. To learn more about the challenges of living with psoriatic arthritis, we are conducting our In America survey. By taking our survey, you...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Tools to Make Life Easier With Psoriatic Arthritis...Day-to-day living with psoriatic arthritis can be really challenging. Simple mundane tasks can become impossible to do on a regular basis and test even the most resilient of us. Pain levels...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
