Be Kind To You: Easy Exercises at Home...The decision to keep moving and incorporate gentle exercising into your lifestyle can be one of the best treatments for joint stiffness with PsA. One thing is for sure, it...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Finding Friends & Support Within The Psoriatic Disease Journey...Since the age of 5, finding and keeping friends has always been a unique challenge for me. You see, I was diagnosed with psoriasis at that same age. My severe...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dealing with the holidays...I'm dreading Thanksgiving tomorrow because I've had a really bad pain week. Any suggestions on how I can bow out of dinner gracefully if I need to?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesFriends & FamilyCopingTips & Advice
I'm Tired of Being Tired...I was recently diagnosed and while I'm devastated to have this disease on one hand, I'm thankful to finally have some answers. I don't think my family really believed that...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Coping Each Day...I've had psoriasis since the age of 5. That's right - 5. At a very young age, I experienced discrimination that many adults will never experience facing. Because of my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
PsA versus RA: Similarities & Differences...Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be easy to confuse. Both are forms of arthritis in which the immune system attacks the joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness...Reactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Senior Citizen Story...I am female senior citizen, age 69, and only developed psoriasis some 12 years ago. It was over my entire body except the palms of my hands and soles of...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Frustrated, Fatigued, and Fighting for Pain-Free Days...Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an inflammatory condition closely related to and frequently co-occurring with psoriasis. Both PsA and psoriasis are chronic life-long autoimmune conditions. While psoriasis primarily affects the skin...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
So Exhausted! Managing Fatigue with Psoriatic Arthritis...Fatigue can often be one of the most frustrating and confusing phenomena those with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) experience. It's not uncommon to get a somewhat restful night's sleep, only to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Treatment Options for Nail Psoriasis...If you have psoriatic arthritis (PsA), you are at risk for developing nail psoriasis. Nail psoriasis is very common in people with PsA and psoriasis. In fact, 80 to 90...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
When is Rest the Best?...Time and time again, individuals with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) receive advice that often centers around getting adequate exercise to relieve symptoms. While exercise can provide many benefits, such as improving...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 play outside and having to hold on to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stress! Who Me?...I won't let the everyday stress of life rule me. I will take control of my health by doing everything possible to eliminate how stress affects me.Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Link Between Chronic Inflammation and Psoriatic Arthritis...The immune system uses inflammation as a form of defense. Inflammation helps the body remove harmful substances like damaged cells or bacteria. It also helps the healing process begin. There...Reactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Top 4 Must-Have Assistive Devices...Having psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can make everyday tasks difficult, and people living with the disease learn many coping strategies to get through their daily routine. In our Psoriatic Arthritis In...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Benefits of Low-Impact Exercises...When talking about exercising with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), many individuals may cringe or laugh at the thought. Pain and joint swelling can often make activities challenging, or feel insurmountable. Although...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Painful Journey...I was 25 years old when I first started experiencing the symptoms of arthritis, and it took another 25 years before I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis—so I was 50...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Making Your Healthcare Team Work For You!...One of the first steps in managing your psoriatic arthritis is assembling the best healthcare team. This journey might have started while you were trying to navigate the perilous waters...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Why is Diagnosing Psoriatic Arthritis So Challenging?...Whether you’ve had psoriatic arthritis (PsA)for years, or are in the process of diagnosis, chances are you and your healthcare provider had some difficulty determining the cause of your symptoms...Reactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Sulfasalazine and Upset Stomach...Does anyone else find their stomach gets upset if taking sulfasalazine on an empty stomach?...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesTreatment