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, as an adult managing psoriatic arthritis (PsA), I've...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Pain relief opioids ...I am currently a responder to Cosentyx injections ,150mg every 2 weeks , but the effects of this biologic wear off approx 5 days before my next dose , so...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Stomach sensation like acid reflux in the same week I started methotrexate injections (again)...I have psoriatic arthrthritis. I had another medical condition that required antibiotics so my doctor told me to stop methotrexate until I was clear of antibiotics (which I did). I...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesSide EffectsRheumatologistSleep
Humira and Methotrexate...I had a checkup with my rheumatologist this morning and she recommended I add methotrexate to my humira. I am nervous about this addition. Is anyone taking a similar regimen?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Gentle Exercises for Psoriatic Arthritis...When “motion is lotion,” how do we listen to our bodies to participate in exercises that benefit our joints without overdoing it and causing more pain or injury? More or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Managing dry scales with Psoriatic Arthritis...Hi Everyone! I am new to this site and newly diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis. I am still learning how to manage with the pain, inflammation and dry flakey skin. Does...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Learning Curve...I’m a warrior of an actual diagnosis in 2013 with real psoriatic arthritis (PsA) issues from my early 30's. I've learned to be my most dedicated advocate. I've learned diet...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
I don’t know what a flare is. ...I’m recently diagnosed with PsA, I’m on my own journey of research, understanding and treatments. Whilst I’m only 7 months into being officially diagnosed, with knowledge of what and how...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesMental HealthNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Relationship Issues with PsA...Hi everyone. I've been suffering from PsA for about 4 years now and my relationship is starting to show signs of strain. I've been with my partner around 5 1/2...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Infrared saunas for joint pain relief ...My chiropractor has recommended using an infrared sauna to help with my joint pain. I have never tried it but was wondering if anyone has and if it works for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Treatment Path - (UK) Rehab Physiotherapy...Under the guidance of a rehab physio I have started alternative treatment paths. This discussion is to share the treatment (very personal and tailored to me, this is not evangelical...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwarenessCopingTreatment
Psoriatic Arthritis Woes: What I Wish My Rheumatologist Knew...My PsA journey is as unique as my fingerprint and certainly not a one-size-fits-all. This pain is not all in my head - and I have to explain it often...Reactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Ignorining my pain, not such a good thing...I’ve had psoriatic arthritis since 2006, so I’ve gotten used to a certain level of pain and other symptoms. I’ve always tried to hide my pain because I didn't want...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Psoriatic arthritis is difficult...I’m diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 10/21. I start on Methotrexate and after a couple of weeks, I find it has an effect on my stomach. I’m then switched to...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Ask the Patient Leaders: Tips to Start Sharing PsA Stories...Managing life with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) comes with lots of lessons, experiences and chapters. Of course, it’s important to remember that our lives are so much more than our condition...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Taltz side effects...I just started Taltz 2 weeks ago. I had to take 2 injections to begin. I immediately had a strange taste in my mouth. Then got really tired. Fell asleep...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBiologicFatigueSide Effects
Fingerprint recognition ...Hi! I slways seem to have trouble using my fingerprint to log in to my phone, despite having a new model phone. I've been wondering recently if this could be...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesSymptomsTips & Advice
Diagnosed With Psoriatic Arthritis, Not Once, But Three Times...Lionel Richie’s mom may have been once, twice, three times a lady. But was she once, twice, diagnosed three times with psoriatic arthritis? Because I was! And not for the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fatigue ...Hi all I feel I need to say hello and talk to people for sanitys sake, I've had psoriasis since I was 22 and I'm almost 50 now, I have...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesFatigueCoping
Rheumatologist and Dermatologist...This article was so on target for me. I recently received direction from my rheumatologist to stop all medications (Enbrel and sulfazalazine). I was to start Cosentyx. There is a...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
