Study Finds People With Psoriatic Arthritis Have Increased Risk for Lupus...A recent study published in The Journal of Rheumatology has explored the potential link between psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and lupus. PsA often occurs alongside psoriasis, an inflammatory skin condition. However...reactions3comments
Three Reasons Psoriatic Arthritis Demands That I Nap...I used to think of naps as a time to energize for a late-night out or reenergize after a wild night. Who knew they would become a way of surviving...reactions5comments
Psoriatic Arthritis & Compression Gloves...Having psoriatic arthritis is not always about the pain. Oh, who am I kidding, it is always about the pain. Psoriatic arthritis is such a hard disease to live with...reactions7comments
Redefining Rest With Psoriatic Arthritis...Psoriatic arthritis is two words that, for most of us, have changed how we live our daily lives. We have made adaptations and sacrifices by the dozen to be able to...reactions3comments
MRI and Psoriatic Arthritis...Living with psoriatic arthritis for the last seven years, I have gotten used to daily pain. Usually, the pain resides in my back, however, for the last couple of months...reactionscomments
Livia's Long Journey to a Diagnosis...In 2008 I was diagnosed with lupus all the symptoms never really matched to me but I am not the doctor. Moved to another state new doctor diagnosed me with...reactions3comments
Career Advice for Young Adults with Psoriatic Arthritis...When I was in high school and faced with trying to choose a career, I had an extra consideration my friends didn't have. What type of job would be arthritis-friendly?...reactions1comment
Psoriatic Arthritis and a Little Faith...I can’t tell you the countless times that I’ve laid alarmingly awake at 3AM, in pain, and unable to sleep. Sometimes the pain is in my knees, sometimes my back...reactions2comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and My Mental State of Mind..."You have a personal choice in your life. It’s your fault when you don’t set goals for your health. It’s your choice." These are just a few statements I have...reactions2comments
A Diagnosis In Progress..."Why does it always look like I have been kneeling?" A question I asked myself every single time I have looked in the mirror since childhood. Of course, as a...reactions2comments
Does anyone else have high Rheumatoid Factor?...Hi friends, First just want to say that I was on here as Kristy but wanted to re-register with email instead of Facebook link. So hello again!!! Anyways, I have...reactions2repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
I want to know: what y’all think about Otezla?...My doctor prescribed it but I’m kinda scared of the side effects. Has anyone tried Otezla and how do y’all feel about it?! Have a question for the community?Submit my...reactions9repliesTreatmentSide Effects
Planning For Your Next In-Person Visit...While some appointments can be done virtually using telemedicine, there are still many visits that need to be done in person. If you need to attend an in-person visit, planning...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis: Who’s Most at Risk?...Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of arthritis where not only is there joint pain, joint swelling, and joint stiffness, but there are also psoriasis—or red, thick, scaly skin patches...reactionscomments
Three Dangers Of Blaming PsA Flares On Yourself...Self-blaming a psoriatic arthritis flare. We have all done it. Some more than others, but at one time or another we have all blamed a flare on something we think...reactions13comments
Sewing help...I am a quilter and love to sew. I have not been able to do this without putting ointment and band aids on my fingers then nitrile gloves. I stil...reactions3repliesAssistive DevicesTips & Advice
Psoriatic Arthritis, Affection and Physical Touch...Every single person reading this has been affected by the current global pandemic, even if you personally have not been diagnosed with the virus. Whether you’re suffering from job loss...reactions1comment
Weight Control and Psoriatic Arthritis...Weight is a very sensitive topic for many people. I am one of those people. I have struggled with my weight my whole life and I am really not a...reactionscomments
Is there anything that will help relieve the constant pain from a severe flareup in your feet?...When you have a severe flareup in your feet... is there anything that will help relieve the constant pain until the flareup subsides? I have tried daily foot soaks in...reactions4repliesTreatmentCopingFlaresSymptomsTips & Advice
