Respecting Treatment ChoicesAs if having our lives altered by psoriatic arthritis wasn’t hard enough, we also face harsh judgment from those who disapprove of how we treat our conditions. Most shocking is...Bookmark for later
Waiting to See if My Treatment is WorkingI do not treat PsA the same as I did when I was first diagnosed. In fact, my treatment plan has changed many times throughout the years. Some treatments helped...Bookmark for later
Remission in Psoriatic Arthritis: Miracle, Myth or Reality?Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about a pain-free life? How about even a day with limited pain? Well, then you've gotten lost in happy thoughts about PsA remission. Remission...Bookmark for later
My Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment Expectations and How They Have ChangedI will never forget the day I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. On one hand, I was surprised to have been diagnosed with yet another chronic illness so quickly after...Bookmark for later
What Does Remission Look Like?Can you imagine being in pain that hinders your everyday life? You can't see the light at the end of the tunnel. You're miserable and just want relief. But what...Bookmark for later
Missing the Old MeI try to be realistic in my journey of managing life with psoriatic arthritis. I have come to terms with my limitations. They are simply my reality now. A reality...Bookmark for later
Defending My Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnosis without PsoriasisFor the first time in years, my nails are nearly free of psoriasis. There are no deep ridges, and my few pits are barely noticeable. I'm relishing not having to...Bookmark for later
What Treatment Options Are Available for Psoriatic Arthritis?Treatment for psoriatic arthritis (PsA) varies. It depends on the severity of the disease, specific symptoms, and reaction to treatment.1 There is no cure for PsA. But there are many...Bookmark for later
My Life With PsA: Revenge Of The Psoriatic RashI was diagnosed with both psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis over 20 years ago. Since that diagnosis, I have been lucky to never experience psoriasis on my face. Well, never say...Bookmark for later