My Psoriatic Arthritis Pain & Mental HealthMy Doctor has sent me to a pain management course. Their expert talked about how the brain works with pain and the answer is exercise (WHAT) and he is trying... By russell-evans1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Isolation, COVID19, and Psoriatic ArthritisIt's been months now dealing with COVID19 with a compromised immune system. I'm not sure I am so different than most these days. Being isolated from others is the norm... By auntjana2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Words We Use MatterYears ago, back when my journey with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis was just beginning, I had an experience that will forever change the way that I speak to people who... By Julie Greenwood1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Sudden Pain and Psoriatic Arthritis DiagnosisHi. Age 56. 7 years ago nails went green & black. Doc checked for fungus and didn't know what it was. Fast forward 5 yrs small patch head psoriasis. Now... By cat721 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My 11 Year Story with Psoriatic ArthritisI was 58 in 1958. I contracted Lyme Disease and I believe anaplasmosis. After going through several disbelieving doctors, I found an infectious disease doc who treated me. I took... By bobc1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Finding Happiness in Psoriatic ArthritisCan I be happy in this psoriatic arthritis affliction? I call it an affliction because it affects everything. It might be a disease but it afflicts everything, especially happiness. I... By kitzers15 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Newly DiagnosedHello everyone, I am RS and I believe my PsA began in childhood. I had injured my left ankle at eleven years of age. This injury led to me suffering... By rachstarr3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Where is all of this coming from?Hey y’all, I’m new here and looking to enjoy my journey with y’all. I’ll start by sharing a bit about myself. I’m 58, single, and full of life (mentally)! I... By noahsnana2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
3 Years Since My Psoriatic Arthritis DiagnosisI am 52 and was diagnosed in the fall of 2017. I never had any sign of psoriasis until that May. I had two spots. In June, I had a... By metalchick682 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Happy to join this communityHi everyone - so long family history of psoriasis (grandmother, mother, brother) but no PsA that I know of. I do not have psoriasis but was diagnosed with PsA about... By janea2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
I Woke Up In A New World With Psoriatic ArthritisI woke up in a world of pain and anger. Psoriatic arthritis has caused me more pain than I have ever known. Also, more anger. I am angry that this... By punkinpie1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
My Psoriatic Arthritis Pain and Mental HealthHi, I'm 56 years old, male, and have been dealing with Psoriatic Arthritis now for over 8 years. The link between autoimmune disease, pain, depression, and the stigma that goes... By russell-evans2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Diagnosed with Degenerative OsteoarthritisThe rheumatologist suspected autoimmune because it runs in my family but all tests came back negative and he said I have degenerative osteoarthritis. My story is that I’m in constant... By lallen11601 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My PsA Journey: 8 Years and CountingI have never shared my story on this or any site for that matter. Have been battling PsA for about 8 years although struggled with finding a diagnosis for the... By gack2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
New to Group - Not New to Psoriatic Arthritis or PsoriasisHi everyone! I was diagnosed with Psoriasis at the age of 5 and PsA in my teens. So to say I'm a long-term warrior is correct. I have used Methotrexate... By poetrymuse1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Help with FatigueHi guys, I'm 34 years old and have suffered from psoriasis from head to toe for many many years. I have been on Humira for 1.5 years and it has... By daniel12861 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Steroid Tablets and Biologic Treatment for Psoriatic Arthritis: Side EffectsHas anyone else had headaches nausea and kidney pain whilst using biologics in conjunction with a high dose of steroid for inflammation management?... By simon-bodill1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Update on OtezlaI started Otezla on June 20th, (starter pack) and have noticed that I have marginal improvement in my hands. The swelling has gone down slightly, and the tenderness has receded... By steve1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Feeling Alone with Psoriatic ArthritisI was diagnosed in January 2019 and have failed two DMARDs. I was due to start Biological on Friday but unfortunately, I have a bad chest infection so now put... By tracywelsh931 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Living One Day at a TimeI have been living with psoriatic arthritis for several years. It's becoming worse as I age. I was diagnosed right away after having trouble walking as my feet were affected... By maxinealynn1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments