What is Bursitis?...Bursitis is an inflammation (“-itis” means inflammation) of the bursa, which are small sacs filled with a jelly-like substance that is found...reactionscomments
4 Things to Consider When Choosing A Mobility Aid For Psoriatic Arthritis...5 years after my first psoriatic disease diagnosis, I received my first mobility aid. Since then, I have collected a fleet. I...reactions2comments
Bruises, Bruises, and More Bruises...If I went to the doctor today, I’m sure she would have some serious questions for me about the condition of my...reactions8comments
Are You Asleep Yet?...I’m sure we all have had our feet fall asleep. In medical terminology what does this mean? We have all been sitting...reactionscomments
Decision Fatigue: What It Is and A Few Ways to Get Past It...I almost hesitate to bring up the f-word again. No, not that one. I’m talking about fatigue. Fatigue is a common symptom...reactions1comment
Maintaining Friendships as an Introvert with Chronic Pain...It can be hard to be an introvert. There have been times when I come away from a social gathering completely drained...reactions3comments
Medical Review Board...The Health Union Medical Review Board is made up of board-certified healthcare professionals with extensive experience in their respective fields. They review...
When Your PsA Flare Is FLARING...While the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) may differ from person to person, one thing remains constant — experiencing flares. What is...reactions13comments
Using a Walker Living With Psoriatic Arthritis...When I was first diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, I did stop and think about what my life would look like, what disease...reactions3comments
Secondary virus/fungal infection on top of foot...With the maddening itching of palmoplantar psoriasis where under the 'cooked' feeling skin small red dots appear, I developed what my dermatologist...reactions4comments
Behind the Scenes: The Real Impact of Psoriatic Arthritis...What does daily life with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) really look like? Living with PsA is not just about coping with symptoms like...reactions1comment
My Shingles Surprise...Recently, members of our community discussed shingles. Shingles symptoms are uncomfortable, and can be more severe when combined with autoimmune diseases. It...reactionscomments
Community Views: A Psoriatic Flare Care Kit...Painful and frustrating, a psoriatic flare is never a welcome experience. The good news is that over time most living with psoriatic...reactions2comments
Arthritis and diabetes...I have had diabetes since age 35. Slowly progressed neuropathy in feet and hands that started as a feeling of wearing gloves...reactions2comments
3 Ways (Other Than Pain) Arthritis Affects my Ability to Work...The demands of a career can be a lot to handle when we've already got our hands full caring for our health...reactions4comments
Fatigue, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Biologics: Oh My!...I live in a perpetual state of tired. Can you relate? I’m so tired of being tired. Fatigue is commonly associated with...reactions4comments
How Psoriatic Arthritis Impacts My Mental Health...My arthritis affects my life in several ways. However, right up there with the pain and fatigue, is how it impacts my...reactions10comments
Not Enough Sick Days: Life with Psoriatic Arthritis...The average amount of paid sick days available to workers in the United States is eight per year. For a healthy person...reactions18comments
Cat's Claw for Psoriatic Arthritis...In my unending quest to find ways to manage my psoriatic arthritis symptoms in any (valid) way possible, I ran across an...reactionscomments
Voices of the PsA Community: Hear Cailey's Story...As if the physical symptoms of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) weren't enough, the emotional toll of this chronic condition can weigh heavily. A...reactionscomments
