How is Psoriatic Arthritis Fatigue Like an Onion?...Fatigue is something that is really hard to explain, so many people think that it is the same as being tired. It is however so much more than that. Like...reactions15comments
Body is shot...I was diagnosed with PsA when I went and got exams for a back ache that would not go away. Xrays show I have arthritis in my back. I'm sure...reactions1comment
Living in pain for 30 years...This months swollen body part is my first 2 fingers on my right hand. Yes, I am right handed as well as a bartender/server. Anxiety and depression is setting in...reactions1comment
Symptoms forever, recent diagnosis...Dealt with pain all over, all my adult life. A pinky finger finally led to my diagnosis. Thank goodness. Hoping to progress daily, but theres always set backs. Thank you...reactions2comments
In Search of: GLOVES!...Hey all, I'm a Nebraska girl who lives in Colorado for college, so it's safe to say I'm pretty use to the cold. However, in the past year, the arthritis...reactions8repliesAssistive DevicesTips & AdviceWeather
Interviewing My Husband Concerning My Psoriatic Arthritis...It was recommended to me that I should interview my husband concerning my psoriatic arthritis and him being a caregiver. I found that intriguing. My husband and I have been...reactions12comments
Pain Relief is Not a Luxury, It's a Necessity...Pain relief is not a luxury; it is a necessity. As a person living with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), I have had to deal with severe pain, discomfort, and sleepless nights...reactionscomments
My Getting Older With Psoriatic Disease Skincare Routine...At any age a skincare routine is important. But as we aged whether you stay at home or go out is very important. Even going to the store you need...reactions10comments
Rug Pulled Out From Under Me...It has been a long time since I’ve written a post, I feel I’m in constant turmoil and life keeps throwing more at me. I will forewarn you that this...reactions37comments
Lynne...I have had psoriasis and bad joints since I was 10. I was misdiagnosed all my life until I went private about 6 years ago. I am now 60. Even...reactions3comments
Lynne Northfield...I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) while in lockdown. It wasn’t too bad at that point. I had osteoarthritis since I was 11 years old, so I knew the...reactions2comments
Do you experience burning in your shoulders or feet?...Recently a community member asked if anyone else has experienced any burning in their shoulders and feet. Have you dealt with this before? If so, do you have any tips...reactions3repliesFlaresTips & AdviceCoping
How long does a flare last typically?...I was recently diagnosed with PSA. I've been in this flare for 2 months and it shows no sign of stopping. What is the typical flare length look like. Does...reactions3repliesFlares
PsA Newbie...As a nurse practitioner and currently in case management working with children and young adults with complex medical needs, I often look first externally at my self with a clinical...reactions7comments
Taking Care of Your Mental Health...Psoriatic arthritis places a huge amount of strain on your body. The physical toll that it takes on your body is often beyond measure. Weeks and months of endless pain...reactionscomments
Still looking for the best meds......I was finally diagnosed about 5 or 6 years ago when my primary care doctor agreed to the inflammation blood test. She sent me to a fantastic rheumatologist who has...reactions7comments
FionaF...I went through 18 months of heartbreak looking after my dad who had vascular dementia on top of working crazy hours as a carer suffering from sore hands, fingers, feet...reactions1comment
Frustrated on medication costs...I finally have a rheumatologist that agrees and really wants to help! She fought for mri's of my knees, this helped to prove my PSA . I'm 50 and have...reactions2replies
Relief!...Psoriasis diagnosed in 1973 when I was 13, psoriatic arthritis diagnosed in 1993. Informed that PsA was mild and medication too harsh, given advice, and would keep an eye on...reactions1comment
