Glossary of Psoriatic Arthritis Terms...This glossary covers some key aspects of psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Learning these terms can help you to better understand the condition. Inflammation of the joints causing pain, swelling, and stiffness...
Trying Different Biologic Brands of Same Type...I have bad enthesitis and so far not much luck in reducing the pain after trying 5 different biologics, all which target different parts of the immune system. I was...reactions8repliesBiologic
tingling in hands...Hello, I haven't been officially diagnosed but suspect psoriatic arthritis. I have an appointment with a Rheumatologist in April. I've had psoriasis for 7 years and have a severe case...reactions5repliesSymptomsDiagnosis
Top 5 Tips to Prepare for Winter...Autumn has shared with us the beauty of letting go, her beautiful colors of all the shades of red, orange, yellow, brown, and everything in between. Knowing that when autumn...reactionscomments
"Newish" nail symptoms...In the last 2-3 weeks, I have developed 5 fingernails (3 on the left and 2 on the right), lifting and becoming hard/brittle. I am currently on Tremfya (this is...reactions1replyTreatmentSymptoms
Enthesitis??...The email this morning with the article from 2016 on enthesitis brings up something I've wondered about. This is probably a ridiculous question, but how do you know if it's...reactions10repliesSymptoms
The Bitter Cold is Bitterly Painful for My Psoriatic Arthritis...Here in the Chicago suburbs it's been bitter cold, which can been bitterly painful for psoriatic arthritis! Temperatures dip into the negatives in the winter months here. Bundling up is...reactionscomments
Are people with rare blood groups more prone to psoriatic arthritis?...I was invited to be on a health panel recently. Most of the people in this group had rare blood types. I do remember many years ago a doctor saying...reactions1replyAwarenessCoping
Do you have toe arthritis?...First off, I know this is very painful. How do you live with toe arthritis and what lifestyle changes did you have to make? Are you able to wear boots?...reactions14repliesCopingSymptoms
Can you have osteoporosis and psoriatic arthritis at the same time?...Well, the answer is yes. I have them both. If this is you. I would like to hear from you. Have you had to make any lifestyle changes? I'm a...reactions31repliesAwareness
Anyone get improvement after a cortisone joint injection?...My shoulder has been killing me for a long time now. It was at the point where I was in tears and needed some relief. I bit the bullet and...reactions24repliesTreatment
What is your diabetes journey in relation to your psoriatic arthritis?...The one thing I have noticed is that my medications are causing one or both to worsen at times. My care team changes my medication often to try and keep...reactions2repliesAwareness
Has anyone found a knee brace that is helpful for your PsA?...I just started looking into these the past few months. My healthcare team thinks that I need to get one. Do you have any special ones that you have invested...reactions3repliesTips & Advice
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?...reactions3repliesTips & 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...reactions77repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
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...reactions11repliesCopingTreatment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1replySymptoms
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...reactions8repliesTips & AdviceCoping
