Spleen Removal Due to High Inflammation...I have searched high and low and can't seem to find anything relatable to my husband's story. Sciatica pain For the last 5 years, he has been dealing with horrible...reactions2repliesTreatmentDiagnosisComorbidities
How long does it take to get any better?...I was diagnosed with Psoriasis in July of last year. I didn't think much of it aside from the constant itching. I was diagnosed by a Dermatologist. He quickly made...reactions3repliesCopingNewly DiagnosedSymptoms
Managing the Foot Pain of Psoriatic Arthritis...Psoriatic arthritis comes with its own set of diverse symptoms, potentially including fatigue, pain, psoriasis, nail changes, and more. PsA is characterized by inflammation throughout the body. This often leads...reactions11comments
Finding the Right Treatment for Psoriatic Arthritis...It has been a bit of a journey over the last 2 years. From being told I had PsA to a few weeks later being told it was sciatica then...reactions5comments
Learning to Cook Gave Me Hope...The garlic and onions were sauteing in a pan as I chopped tomatoes from my parents' garden. The aroma was already heavenly. I had never made marinara sauce before, but...reactionscomments
Julie Greenwood...Julie was previously a health leader on Psoriatic-Arthritis.com. Julie Greenwood has lived with psoriatic disease since 1991. She is passionate about sharing her story, educating others about psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis...
Daily Symptoms & The Pains of Psoriatic Arthritis...Daily life in 2020 is a challenge on any level for any person. For example, living with a chronic condition, psoriatic arthritis, can add extra layers to that challenge. So...reactions27comments
What are some non-prescription treatments for pain?...I get frustrated because I try a version of something I read about...and it turns out to be not good at all. Even the thermal ice packs vary in how...reactions1replyTreatment
The Irony of the Pandemic Teaching Me The Importance of Taking Care of My Health...If you are similar to me then the last place you want to be is at a clinic. I find the moment I get out of the car my feet...reactions1comment
Be Kind To Your Psoriatic Self...One of the common traits we psoriatic sufferers share is the constant struggle of putting ourselves down. For example, a hard one for me is not being able to do...reactions3comments
Making The Most Of Your Morning With Psoriatic Arthritis...Sometimes it could be a sharp pain in my knee that would wake me in the middle of the night. Most of the time, it starts the moment I first...reactions6comments
Anyone else have groin, neck, back, and jaw pain from psoriatic arthritis?...I’m experiencing groin, neck, and back pain with hot flashes and a pumping pain in my head/jaw. Has anyone else had similar symptoms? Submit your own question!...reactions1replySymptoms
Anyone else receive negative HLA blood test?...I am HLA-B27 negative too. It can be super frustrating when blood work doesn’t seem to match up with our symptoms. I would be curious to hear everyone else’s experiences...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Has anyone seen any help taking gluten out of their diet with psoriatic arthritis?...I have had Psoriasis since I was a young kid. Back in the ’70s, it was dry skin as I remember. I was given some creams. In my adulthood, I...reactions2repliesDiet & Nutrition
Anyone feel stiff before a storm, but get relief from psoriatic arthritis pain once it starts?...I've always felt fatigued, a little brain fog, headache and eye aches, stiff, achy joints and like I'm really puffy or swollen leading up to a storm, and it clicked...reactions1replyWeather
Psoriatic Arthritis and Bone Erosions...Psoriasis affects the skin, but psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks not only the skin but also the joints. About 30 percent of people...reactions7comments
How Has Joining The Psoriatic Arthritis Community Helped Me?...Joining a community can be very helpful to us especially if you are from a group or an area that has come together because you share a common interest. Being...reactionscomments
Others May Not “See” It. But I Feel It....During Invisible Illness Awareness Week, we want to recognize and shed light on all those affected by an illness that may go unnoticed despite the major impact your illness has...reactionscomments
My Storage Plan to Keep Psoriatic Arthritis Meds Cold...It took almost five years of trial and error to find the right psoriatic arthritis treatment for me. This treatment requires refrigeration and must be used within a certain amount...reactionscomments
Mobility Aids I Use For Psoriatic Arthritis Knee Pain...Knee pain has been part of my life since I was a freshman in high school. To this day it comes and goes without warning. Pain and weakness in my...reactionscomments
