Coming to Terms...I am 32 years old and was diagnosed 2 years ago. It began with pain in my feet that got worse as the weeks went on. I also had a...reactions5comments
Muscle Relaxants and Pain...Hello, I am curious to know if muscle relaxants are common in pain therapy with PsA? I have used Methocarbamol to help alleviate some of the pain in my right...reactions2repliesTreatment
Pets & Health...Did you know that February 20th is Love Your Pet Day? Did you also know that pets can positively impact your overall health? According to the CDC, Pets can decrease...reactions2repliesCopingFriends & Family
What I Carry In My Chronic Care Bag...I never know how my body is going to behave. One moment I may experience pain in my spine and an hour later my hips, hands, and/or feet may join...reactionscomments
5 Ways Psoriatic Arthritis Has Improved My Life...When asked how our chronic conditions have changed our lives, we often focus on the negative. Rightfully so, we're in so much pain and somehow we're the lucky ones who...reactionscomments
What? PsA and Psoriasis?...I was just recently diagnosed with PsA and Psoriasis. I waited almost 6 years to be diagnosed with many, many misdiagnoses. It almost took my life in 2013 when my...reactions5comments
Recently diagnosed Fiona F...I'm new to the site. I was recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia, after suffering endometriosis for 10 years and Drs telling me it was just getting worse, after...reactions1comment
It happened to me....I am a 62 year old female who was diagnosed at 12 with psoriasis, treated with topical cortisone creams. At 32 I was diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis. Woke up one...reactions1comment
Laughter Can Be Your Best Medicine...Sometimes, laughter really is the best medicine. And when you have psoriatic arthritis, easing pain and relieving stress is always welcome. In August 2015, I attended “How to Dance in the...reactionscomments
Coping with work...Hi I've recently been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia, took a year of constantly at Drs and hosp until I collapsed and thought my body was shutting down. My...reactions4repliesWork & Employment
Newbie...Hello everyone, Just looking to connect with others who have PsA and Psoriasis. Its been a long journey with this disease. Sometimes I feel like I am alone in this...reactions4repliesCopingFriends & FamilyMental Health
Psoriatic Arthritis and Gluten...The jury is still out on eliminating gluten — a complex protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. In a small number of cases, eliminating gluten can lead to improvements...reactionscomments
Drinking Water to Help with PsA...If you're like me, creating healthy habits isn't so easy. I've tried a gluten-free diet, a vegetarian diet, and even a modified paleo diet in hopes of improving my psoriasis...reactions5comments
Finding My Sleep Pattern and Experiencing a Restorative Sleep...When I was combatting pain with prescription pain pills, I either slept all the time or not at all. There was no in-between. There were times when I would only sleep for...reactionscomments
Managing Gastrointestinal Issues With Psoriatic Arthritis...Anyone with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) knows how uncomfortable and challenging it can be to live with pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. But for some, that pain extends to...reactions3comments
What’s Next? Newly Diagnosed with PsA...Diagnoses can come in many forms and take on various weights. A diagnosis for the common cold, for instance, may provide to be a little annoying, and require a week or...reactionscomments
It's a #SelfCareAware Soiree!!...As you know, the (site) community supports one another in staying healthy and comforting one another when things go awry. Part of staying healthy is engaging in regular self-care. What’s...reactions4replies
The Emotional Impact of Living with Psoriatic Arthritis...After I got over the initial shock and denial of my diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), It swiftly came to my attention how much this condition impacts every single aspect...reactions7comments
When Comfort Trumps Being Fashionable...In my life prior to living with chronic pain, I looked forward to getting dressed every day. I not only enjoyed putting together fashionable outfits, but I also delighted in...reactionscomments
Psoriasis worse after treatment?...I was diagnosed with PsA and Psoriasis in June 2016. The psoriasis had been very mild and misdiagnosed as eczema for a couple of years. It was the PsA that...reactions1replyTreatment
