Fatigue ...Hello, I’m new to this site. I was diagnosed with PA about 9 years ago. Lately I’ve been overwhelmed by fatigue and I’ve had the longest flare-up ever. It started...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesFlaresFatigueTreatment
Need to know whether I have psoriatic arthritis...Can someone please advise whether my leg finger nails are affected with psoriatic arthritis.Attached the pic. I have psoriasis for past 15 yrs and recently I started getting joint pains...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesSymptoms
Psoriatic Arthritis & Painful Hands: Hobbies That Can Help...Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling are the main signs and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis. These symptoms can affect any body part but are often felt in the fingers and toes...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
PsA how it affects my whole body and my struggle to carry on...Medical information I have no swelling in any of my joints and no inflammation shows in the blood tests, but this has been the case for years. I have scalp...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Rechargeable Hand warmers...I've found the best way to keep my hands warm are rechargeable hand warmers! They work great for me when you can't wear gloves but can hold on to one...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
Covid ...I contracted Covid the day after taking my Skyrizzi shot. Plus I’m on methotrexate and 5mg of prednisone . I know this is affecting my recovery but wondering if anyone...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBiologicTips & Advice
parasitic infections?...What happens to people on Biologics that suppress the immune system (Tremfya two years) contract an intestinal parasite(s)? I had two separate stool tests performed prior to being put on...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesBiologicComorbidities
Resources for Veterans, LGBTQ+ People, and Other Special Groups...Coping with a chronic health condition can be challenging for you, your family, and your caregivers. You rely on your healthcare team to manage your condition. However, there are other...
Ask the Community Members: Our Most Painful PsA Symptoms...I don't know how many more times we can scream, yell, or say loudly: "Psoriatic arthritis is so much more than joint pain!" I mean, is that really what people...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Ask the Community Members: Raising Awareness About Psoriatic Arthritis...Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is not a well-known condition. Unless you live with this chronic condition or love someone who does, the words "psoriatic arthritis" may sound like another language. If...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
New Year, New Mindset: Tips For Keeping It Positive With Psoriatic Arthritis...Stress. It is one of the most common triggers for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis flares. My patients often tell me that the winter season and expectations of the holidays tend...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Ask the Community Members: Relationship Management With PsA...Relationships. They look different for everyone. They require communication, honesty, and connection. Relationships enrich our lives with support and understanding. Relationships are essential when navigating the heavy load and emotional...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Ask the Community Members: Our Different Diagnosis Stories...Connection in a digital world is possible. It happens every day here at Psoriatic-Arthritis.com. It is here where we have built an online community of helpful articles and insightful resources...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Find a New Rheumatologist...People with psoriatic arthritis often face significant delays in diagnosis. Once you get that diagnosis from a rheumatologist, it's tempting to stay with them for the long haul. And sometimes...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Skin Symptoms With Psoriatic Arthritis: It Is Not Always Psoriasis!...Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is commonly associated with the skin condition psoriasis. There's no surprise there, considering that 4 in 10 people who live with psoriasis go on to develop psoriatic...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Do really have phoriatic arthritis...I was told by a rumatologist that I had soriatic arthritis and then had another one tell me I didn't . I had bad pain in my hands about a...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosisAwareness
5 Silent Signs Of Psoriatic Arthritis Pain And Suffering You Should Know About...Psoriatic arthritis is considered an invisible illness. This means it is a chronic condition that has pain and symptoms that you cannot see. It's this physical burden that takes an...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
So weary of Chronic pain...I'm one of the lucky ones. I have psoriatic arthritis, but so far I've never had psoriasis. I was diagnosed in 2015, but I'm sure I had it years before...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Is this a side effect?...I have recently (8 weeks) been put on Tremfya and am noticing a couple of unusual side effects that aren’t listed in the info I’ve read about biologics. Has anyone...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBiologicSide Effects
Can You Have Psoriatic Arthritis Without Psoriasis?...Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) consistently gets compared and linked to other conditions. Of course, it can be painful to have a valid condition compared to something else, like rheumatoid arthritis or...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments