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...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...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...reactions1replyTreatment
Speak Up and Advocate!...Do you live with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis? Consider speaking up! I have had psoriasis for 50 years and psoriatic arthritis for...reactionscomments
Flu-like aches...Hi folks!! Sorry if this is frequently asked. I have had a tentative diagnosis for years but never gotten any father. Seilene...reactions4repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
A New Year’s Resolution: Listen...As we look forward to 2017, we make many resolutions to start the year off right include losing weight, getting organized and...reactionscomments
Marijuana to treat PsA...My husband has had psoriatic arthritis for at least 25 years but this last year has been extremely painful for him. He...reactions2comments
Baby It's Cold Outside! How Cold Weather Affects my PsA...Sometimes it seems as though my right knee is a weather barometer. I'm telling you when the weather is bad, so are...reactionscomments
So That Explained It....I developed psoriasis when I was 18 and psoriatic arthritis when I was 24. I was not diagnosed with the arthritis for...reactions2comments
Crazy in the Head!...For years I have been making excuses for strange sensations, random excruciating pain from any body part, faux broken ankles, wrists swollen...reactions3comments
Redefining the “It" in “It Will Get Better”...If you have been recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, get ready to hear what those of us who have been living with...reactions1comment
Tough Cookie With a Bottle of Ibuprofen...My story starts 20 years ago, I was 23. It seemed like I went from a healthy strong health nut to a...reactions2comments
Enjoying the Freedom My Mobility Aid Provides...Walking and standing are not easy for me. That is also not an easy thing to admit freely. For the past 10...reactionscomments
Breaking Up With Your Doctor...Sometimes, your insurance company’s decisions, distance to your doctor’s office, or your doctor’s retirement dictate your need to find another doctor for...reactions2comments
Simponi Aria, Hair Loss and Brittle Nails...I started Simponi Aria recently and am noticing hair loss and brittle nails. Not sure if they are related. My methotrexate was...reactions3repliesTreatment
Five Tips for Paying for PsA Treatment...Managing a chronic disease, such as psoriatic arthritis (PsA), is challenging enough without having to think about paying for PsA treatment or...reactionscomments
Leanne Donaldson...Leanne Donaldson is first and foremost a wife and mother to 3 small children. She writes about her experiences and family life...
Eye Care & PsA: Taking Care of My Baby Blues...I have a love-hate relationship with my eyes. My baby blues are one of my favorite physical attributes, but they like to...reactionscomments
2016 - A Year in Review...It’s hard to believe that the year is coming to an end – and another year of challenges, frustrations, wins and #fail...reactions1reply
