Painful psoriasis ...I've had psoriasis from my scalp to my legs since I was a child and was diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis five years ago (although I've had symptoms for twenty years)...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptomsSide EffectsFlares
Community Views: A Good Day with Psoriatic Arthritis...There is so much to consider daily. We know that managing psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can significantly impact the quality of life. It's more than just the physical pain of swollen...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COVID vaccine and flare up...Has anyone else noticed a relationship between getting the vaccine and having a major flare? I was in remission for over 15 years until I got my vaccine. Is it...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesFlaresSymptomsAwareness
Please don't judge me...I was diagnosed with PA more than 15 years ago (I'm 55 now). I had many tests and conservative treatments. I refused surgical intervention but luckily got relief from steroid...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesFlaresFatigueSymptoms
What Is Shingles?...Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the United States. Its telltale sign is a painful...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!...The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be physically and mentally exhausting. What types of media...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Where to Turn to for Support with Psoriatic Arthritis...If I hear the phrase "I have pain, too" again, it'll be too soon. The people we love the most are often the ones who hurt us the most. Psoriatic...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Could My PsA Journey Be That Much Different?...I had feelings of hopelessness in my early days of navigating psoriatic arthritis. When I decided to search for a community - I found myself still feeling left out and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Has anyone had to stop working...Hi, I know that there are lots of hints and tips on working but I have struggled for the last 6 years with constant pain and doing my job. I...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesWork & Employment
Weird sensations in my hands ...First off, I have PsA, seronegative RA, Fibromyalgia, peripheral neuropathy in both feet, and hypothyroidism. For the last 4 or 5 months or so, my hands have been going numb...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesSymptomsTips & Advice
PsA, Orencia and iron deficiency??? ...Has anyone else taken Orencia infusion and methotrexate and had resulting anemia? My hands, legs, and arms itch like crazy (I have had psoriasis since about 12 & officially diagnosed...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesBiologicSide EffectsTips & Advice
Tsunami of health problems ...Hi all I hope you are well. I’ve had an “interesting” 12 or so months and it’s still ongoing. I started with many symptoms, as I discussed in a previous...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesComorbiditiesCoping
SSDI and PsA...I "retired" from my job as a Research Paralegal for a 1 attorney law firm in August 2020 after years in pain management but no real answers. I agreed to...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesInsurance & DisabilityWork & EmploymentCoping
Why It Is Wrong to Judge Someone with Psoriatic Arthritis by How They Look...“But you don’t look sick!” Whenever I hear those words, I want to respond with: “That’s because I am sick, not ugly!” Looks are deceiving. It doesn’t matter if people...Reactions0reactionsComments32 comments
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...Mental health includes how you think, feel, and act. It can fall on a spectrum and vary for each person. You may have questions about mental health conditions, treatment options...
3 Steps to Protect Your Mental Health...There is an unending array of emotions that any individual can carry: joy, love, hardship, loss, and pain. From the heights of happiness to the depths of loss, experiencing emotions...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Mental Health Myths and Facts...There are many myths and misconceptions about mental health. Because of the stigma around mental health conditions, it is important to know the facts. This article aims to dispel these...
Complementary and Integrative Health...Complementary therapies and an integrative health approach are often used to treat mental health conditions. Complementary therapies include nontraditional therapies – such as acupuncture, meditation, and yoga – that are...
Suicide Prevention...If you or someone you know is in crisis or considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or use the...
Coping with Mental Health: Medications...Treating mental health conditions with prescription drugs is common. About 16 percent of American adults take medicine for a mental health condition. It is not necessary to suffer in silence...
