When Psoriatic Arthritis Pain Is Overshadowed By Another Condition...Since my psoriatic arthritis diagnosis, its pain, symptoms, and treatments have often been overshadowed by my other health issues. This includes, but is not limited to, my endometriosis pain, the...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Shake the Morning Ache: Exploring Habits that are Part of Life with Psoriatic Arthritis...I recently found myself in a development workshop that explored and evaluated personal habits. I've learned by analyzing those little things we do, those small habits, often without thinking can...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Back pain...I am new to flare ups, thankfully I made it to 63 never experiencing them. In December 2021 I received my flu shot along with the Covid booster shot, ever...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
What seems to help?...I'm not talking about medications, or about things that are important psychologically but have no direct physical effect, such as meeting a friend, or taking a weekend break. I'm thinking...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesExercise
Would you take our 7th PsA In America survey?...UPDATE: Thank you for your interest! The survey is now closed. Approximately 1 to 2 million adults in the United States live with psoriatic arthritis. However, each person's experiences with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAwareness
feeling frustrated and ranting. ...I am somewhat frustrated with the lack of knowledge for PsA and symptoms to educate. I find when I try and look up anything, all I get back in information...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesWork & EmploymentTips & AdviceCopingSymptoms
Remicade Fatigue Anyone?...After starting Remicade and low-dose Methotrexate, I have developed noticeable fatigue. Has anyone out there had a similar experience? Did anything help your fatigue? Submit your own question!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSide EffectsBiologicFatigue
Losing Mobility ...I am new PsA diagnosis. It took 10yrs. About 4 months ago. I developed extreme pain in the heels of my feet. I was working, after starting Methotrexate 6weeks, (failed)...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingBiologic
Road Tripping with Psoriatic Arthritis: Keeping My Neck and Spine Happy...I miss traveling so much that I jumped at the opportunity when my husband suggested that I tag along on a whirlwind business road trip. Our adventure from southern to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Aimee Perez...After having psoriasis for ten years I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis at 22 years old. I was undergoing a routine examination during a drug research trial and it felt...
Are You Newly Diagnosed With Psoriatic Arthritis?...First off, I want you to know that psoriatic arthritis is a chronic illness. Go ahead and read that sentence again. It's chronic and with most chronic conditions, its impact...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Body Temperature Changes and Psoriatic Arthritis...Disclaimer: This article represents the anecdotal experiences of the author. If you have not already, please reach out to a medical professional if you are experiencing this symptom, as it...Reactions0reactionsComments65 comments
Why the Rain Makes My Arthritis Symptoms Worse..."Why can't I focus? Why can't I stay still? Why am I so uncomfortable, as if on the verge of a flare?" Cue a crack of thunder. "Oh... that explains...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Covid vaccination...I am booked in for a vaccination and I am wondering whether others with PsA have had a reaction. The information that I have researched online tells me it could...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesFlaresSide EffectsTips & Advice
Positivity and Psoriatic Arthritis...Can you maintain a positive attitude while also living with psoriatic arthritis? That is a good question. We all can admit that having psoriatic arthritis can certainly make life harder...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
New Year, New Me? Another Year With PsA And The Changes That Came With It....My psoriatic arthritis diagnosis arrived two years after my psoriasis diagnosis, even though all the symptoms were present at the time. Twenty years after that initial diagnosis and I am...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
SSDI/SSI application process and waaaaaaaitnnnnng forever......Hello everyone! I finally attempted to reconcile my emotions associated with "disability" with the reality of life with psoraitic arthritis. And started to prepare myself for the journey (at least...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesWork & EmploymentMental HealthTips & Advice
120 Little Hours: My Five Days Without Pain...Three years ago, a flare started that, in some ways, would never end. Although the active disease was only detectable for around a year, I was left in permanent, jaw-clenching...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Catherine 73: What is taking methotrexate like?...I was diagnosed 3 years ago with psoriatic arthritis at 44 about 2 years ago my consultant recommended I take methotrexate I read about it and I’m terrified of the...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSide EffectsTreatment
Straightening knees...Hi everyone Quick question does anyone have PSA and have trouble straightening your knees ONLY while standing and walking? I can straighten my knee while sitting just not while standing...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesAwarenessSymptoms