PsA Anxieties: Loss & Progression...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the...reactions2comments
Very confused...When I was diagnosed in 2011 with psoriatic arthritis I thought arthritis was just joint pain so I dealt with the wrist...reactions10comments
Your "life will be different now" moment...After your diagnosis, did you have a moment when you realized that your life would be different than you expected it to...reactions4repliesDiagnosis
Stop Hostess with the Mostess Pain Like a Ninja...Regardless of beliefs, this time of year sparks a season of gatherings, parties, and get-togethers. All of these tend to include a...reactionscomments
A Guide to Introducing Your New Partner to PsA...Dating with psoriatic arthritis is tough. It can be hard to pull yourself together for dates when you're flaring. Or worse, canceling...reactionscomments
New PsA diagnosis, how do I explain to my family?...Hi! I was recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. I’ve had psoriasis since I was 15 but last year started having random symptoms...reactions8repliesFriends & FamilyNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Are You Flaring?...Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis have been a part of my life ever since I can remember. I remember my father asking me...reactions23comments
When Your Barista Listens Better Than Your Doctor...I miss the days when my doctors took the time to get to know me. Prior to 2010, my doctors knew me...reactions1comment
Psoriatic Arthritis and Fibromyalgia...I have to admit. I’m. So. Confused. Which, more often than not these days, seems to be a perpetual state rather than...reactions15comments
Little things, big stress...What is one small thing that *always* gets you stressed out - even though you know it's not something important?...reactions6repliesMental Health
20 years old, 3rd Shot of Humira...Hello all, I'm not sure how many of you read my last post about a week after my first shot, so give...reactions9comments
Don’t "Google." ASK....This was the message on a poster in the exam room at my recent doctor visit. The poster went on to say...reactionscomments
An Experience Using Curcumin For Psoriatic Arthritis...Firstly, let me say I am not associated in any way, shape, or form with any herbal (or any other) medication company...reactions7comments
Quiet...It's quiet around here. Checking in. Hope everyone is feeling their best today :)...reactions4replies
Has anyone else experienced latent TB (tuberculosis) after taking a biologic?...I used Enbrel for about 15 years. Tried Otezla and had to quit because of depression. I tried CBD oil and strictly...reactions3repliesBiologicComorbiditiesTreatment
Supporting Loved Ones Raising a Child with PsA...When my friends’ son was diagnosed with Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis at the age of four and a half we were all struck...reactionscomments
My Thanksgiving Tradition That PsA Can't Ruin...Even before my diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis in 2003, chronic pain interfered with my ability to keep up with my family’s Thanksgiving...reactionscomments
Living, Surviving, and Thriving...Living. Breathing in and out. Meeting our basic needs. Just getting by. What kind of life is that? Is that all that...reactions2comments
In Their Words: Kids Explain Juvenile Arthritis...Each summer, my husband and I volunteer, pack our T-shirts, shorts, hats and bug spray and head to Lapeer, Michigan for Camp...reactionscomments
Newly diagnosed with PsA...Hi all. After years of chronic pain and fatigue, and about a year of testing and confusion, I was finally diagnosed as...reactions4repliesComorbiditiesDiagnosisNewly DiagnosedTreatment
