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
What Is the Role of Diet and Nutrition in Psoriatic Arthritis?...While diet and nutrition cannot cure psoriatic arthritis (PsA) or psoriasis, they may help reduce the severity of these conditions. They also...
H2O: Water My Psoriatic Bones...Most medical and non-medical people will agree on one thing. We all need water to survive and even thrive. I was raised...reactionscomments
Rheumatology Care Inspired My Advocacy...Do you see a rheumatologist for your psoriatic arthritis? From the very start of my 28-year journey with psoriatic arthritis, I have...reactionscomments
Vicki Nowell...Vicki was previously a health leader on Psoriatic-Arthritis.com. Vicki Nowell is a Moderator for Psoriatic-Arthritis.com and PlaquePsoriasis.com. She was officially diagnosed with...
Psoriatic Arthritis and Long-Distance Travel...Doing things with PsA does not normally look like doing things without it. PsA challenges us in the best and worst ways...reactionscomments
7 Reasons to Use a Wheelchair While Traveling..."Elizabeth, please rent a wheelchair today," my best friend begged. We were on the last day of our vacation, and I was...reactionscomments
How A Long Car Ride Affects My PsA...One of the things I used to love was getting into my vehicle and going on a long drive. Pop a CD...reactions19comments
We Heard From You! The Weird Symptoms of Psoriatic Arthritis...Psoriatic arthritis is a challenging diagnosis to live with, especially because what it looks like can change so wildly from person to...reactions73comments
Stuck in the Middle Without Insurance Coverage...While my husband and I aren’t what many consider rich, we own a comfortable house in Michigan suburbia. We make enough money...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis and Mental Fatigue...Fatigue is a noteworthy symptom of PsA. With fatigue, most people immediately think of its physical effects, but it's just as important...reactions9comments
My Tips for Traveling with Psoriatic Arthritis...Traveling can be an exciting and enriching experience, but for individuals like me who are living with psoriatic arthritis, it also presents...reactions1comment
PsA Medications and Sun Sensitivity...For most people summer is a time for fun in the sun. However, if the medications, pharmaceutical or natural, list photosensitivity as...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis And Skin Care...Psoriasis causes red patches of inflamed skin, or plaques, that form during flare-ups. They are itchy, painful, and can crack and bleed...reactions5comments
5 Ways to Beat the Heat While Living With Psoriatic Arthritis...Summer. The season we looked forward to most as school kids. No school, no rules. Summer was symbolic for ultimate freedom. Well...reactions6comments
My story...Hi! My story begins as a little boy learning to play tennis with his older brother and being taught by our father...reactions2comments
3 Tips I Use To Manage Psoriatic Arthritis Stress Flares...There are so many factors and triggers that can contribute to the intense pain that comes with a psoriatic arthritis flare. Personally...reactions4comments
