The Pain Boss! The Pain!...For most of my life, I have learned to handle and withstand pain. I remember at the age of 5, trying to...reactionscomments
The Psoriatic Foot...When psoriasis symptoms impact the feet, it can cause discomfort and trouble walking. But not all itchy, scaly patches on the feet...reactions7comments
Never Ignore Your Arthritis-Related Fatigue...When we think of active psoriatic arthritis, some of the first things that come to mind are painful joints and raging psoriasis...reactions2comments
When You're Labeled As Lazy Because of Psoriatic Arthritis...I wished I had something else, but I don’t. I've asked God countless times why? Out of all the millions of people in...reactionscomments
I Hate the Pain Scale...Oh, the dreaded pain scale. I’m sure you know the one I’m speaking of. It’s pretty much the same one at every...reactions46comments
Frustration...I was 50. I remember the day it started. My knees hurt. I kept thinking it would get better, but it just...reactions2comments
Foot issues, Achilles tendon etc - beginning of PsA?...I believe my psoriatic arthritis (PsA) started by problems with my feet. Plantar fasciitis, bone spurs, a torn left Achilles tendon, and...reactions4comments
Chronic Kidney Disease...I, within the last month, found out I'm in stage 2 of chronic kidney disease. Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) has been horrible for...reactions2comments
Other Health Conditions Linked to Psoriatic Arthritis...Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an inflammatory joint condition that can lead to decreased quality of life and possibly permanent joint damage. People...
Today, I Rest (My PsA Said I Must)...I am a strong, independent woman. Even when I cannot get out of bed because my psoriatic arthritis is flaring, everything hurts...reactions10comments
5 Tips for a More Peaceful Life With Psoriatic Arthritis...Our days are busy and seemingly only getting busier. As the days melt into weeks and the weeks seem to roll into...reactionscomments
The Impact the Climate Has on My Life with Psoriatic Arthritis...Do where we reside have an impact on our life with psoriatic arthritis? If you asked my body, it would have to...reactions17comments
Summer Fever and Foot Pain...The sun is shining. The birds are singing and the scent of fresh blossoms waft gently in my open windows. Can you...reactions30comments
Psoriatic Arthritis Doesn't Discriminate by Age..."You're so young; it can't possibly be that bad." I can't tell you the number of times someone told me that after...reactions3comments
Living with Other Conditions in Addition to Psoriatic Arthritis...The Psoriatic-Arthritis.com team likes to post prompts on our Facebook page. As you probably know, we think of ourselves as a vibrant...reactions8comments
Three's A Crowd: Arthritis Was Ruining My Friendships...A recent flare reminded me that arthritis is far wider reaching than physical pain and limitations alone. Alongside my independence, PsA deprives...reactions2comments
What Chronically Ill Children Want Their Parents to Know...One of the most difficult things in receiving a PsA diagnosis is seeing how intensely it can affect your loved ones. If...reactionscomments
Debating When To Call the Doctor..."Call if anything changes," my doctor will say at the end of my appointment. Hearing that is such a friendly reminder. Having...reactionscomments
Fibromyalgia and Psoriatic Arthritis: What’s the Difference?...Fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) are often confused because they share similar symptoms. This can lead to confusion and misdiagnosis. To add...reactionscomments
Being Overwhelmed by Elimination Diets...One sip of beer and I can already feel a throbbing in my fingers. The sugar and cream in coffee do a...reactionscomments
