New to this...I’ve been told I have PsA after one month of pain and swelling knee and feet. First diagnosed with pseudo-gout for the presence of CPPD Crystal on my synovial fluid...reactions2repliesFlaresNewly DiagnosedSymptoms
covid vaccine...anyone having flareups thinking its from covid vacc.ine or from having covid? im having lots of pain back hip and knee and really tired. leg cramps not sleeping well...reactions4repliesFlares
The Physical and Emotional Stress of Caregiving with Psoriatic Arthritis...Caregiving for a family member can have effect on your psoriatic arthritis. In my experience caring for my dad has agitated my PSA. Extra bending, walking, and reaching have caused...reactions8comments
This Holiday Is About Family Not Psoriatic Arthritis...What has me so excited about this holiday season? When compared to last year’s season, just being able to celebrate it with family is a world’s difference. Last year, through...reactionscomments
Socializing at Home This Holiday...Tis' the season to be jolly...family and loved ones will soon be arriving. It is time to start planning meals and wrapping gifts. Elaborate wrapping with all the ribbons, bells...reactions1comment
Psoriatic Arthritis Is Not For The Faint At Heart...I have had psoriasis for decades but didn’t anticipate the PsA side of things. I have been using creams since the beginning of time and trying to avoid certain foods...reactionscomments
From California to Florida: My Psoriatic Arthritis Climate Experiment...When it comes to living with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), it's essential to understand that the pain and discomfort experienced can be highly influenced by the climate in which you reside...reactionscomments
Diet and Exercise Roadblocks...Over the years since my psoriatic arthritis diagnosis, I’ve tried following many different dietary guidelines each with varying degrees of success. Not only that, but I’ve shared many of those...reactions8comments
I Feel It in My Fingers...Our hands are such important tools in our daily lives. We use them to look after ourselves, earn our livings, love our children, and prepare their meals. Having psoriatic arthritis...reactions18comments
Finally we are getting somewhere...So it all started with me becoming increasingly distressed and anxious, as no doctor could agree in the NHS what was wrong. Each had their own thoughts and no one...reactions8comments
Traveling for the Holidays with PsA...The year is almost at an end, and we all know what that means. Holidays. Big, family-filled, hectic holidays. And with family gatherings usually comes a bit of travel. Whether...reactionscomments
I have not been diagnosed with PSA or RA?...I feel as though one of these is beating me up. I had to take my Advil dual to make it through the work day, I was in pain so...reactions1replyDiagnosisSymptomsWork & Employment
When You're Labeled As Lazy Because of Psoriatic Arthritis...I wished I had something else, but I don’t. I've asked God countless times why? Out of all the millions of people in this world why did I have to be...reactionscomments
FeaturedHow do you go about getting disability without losing everything?...I have been working as a nurse for 37 years. Now the fatigue, pain, brain fog, and all around difficulties with this disease make it miserable to continue. I need...reactions8repliesInsurance & DisabilityTips & Advice
Can You Have Too Little Psoriatic Arthritis-Related Inflammation?...If you have psoriatic arthritis, you are no doubt familiar with the importance of reducing inflammation. After all, reducing inflammation can help ease pain, fatigue, and other symptoms. But with...reactions6comments
You Never Know Who's Listening...My husband I had the pleasure of traveling out of the country recently. We were having lunch one day and I was talking about being able to walk so far...reactionsrepliesFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Psoriatic Arthritis And Lupus...Did you know that these illnesses are related? I have family members who have Lupus, but I am the only one diagnosed with PsA. I saw a doctor who told...reactions12repliesAwarenessCopingSymptoms
What No One Told Me About Psoriatic Arthritis...What no one told me about psoriatic arthritis is that it can happen with or without psoriasis plaques. Did you know that you can have PsA in more than one...reactions10comments
Fumble Fingers: Embarrassing Moments with Psoriatic Arthritis...One of the most challenging aspects of living with psoriatic arthritis and hand pain has been the embarrassment I've faced in public due to my fumble fingers. I never anticipated...reactions13comments
Be Gentle With Yourself...Psoriatic arthritis can be debilitating, frustrating, and all-consuming. When you wake up in the morning, you do not know what kind of day is waiting for you. Some days you need...reactions1comment
