November 2024

My Story: Embracing a Normal Life with Psoriatic Arthritis

Diane Talbert

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA)—two words that might sound foreign, complicated, and challenging to pronounce. For most people, PsA is a mystery, overshadowed by its counterpart, psoriasis. Successful therapy often starts with identifying early symptoms, but detecting PsA is not always straightforward. In my journey, psoriasis took center stage before PsA came into play. Early Years with […]

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My Mental Illness and My Breakthrough: A Journey with Psoriasis and Finding Strength

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There have been countless times when friends tried to comfort me through challenging times, saying things like, “God doesn’t give you more than you can handle.” But unless someone has walked a mile in my shoes, it’s hard to truly understand what I’ve been through. I’ve had psoriasis for 56 years. It’s not just a

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Being in Pain is a Pain with Psoriatic Disease

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Living with psoriasis is tough enough, but when it extends into psoriatic arthritis, the pain and challenges amplify. Psoriasis is often recognized by red, dry patches with gray flakes appearing across the skin. These patches can extend deep into the joints, causing a painful form of arthritis known as psoriatic arthritis (PsA). While PsA typically

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Exercise and Psoriasis: A Guide to Staying Active

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Dealing with psoriasis comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to staying active. The visible flakes, scales, and plaques can make exercising feel uncomfortable and might leave you self-conscious. But even on those low days, there are plenty of reasons to exercise—it’s one of the best tools for managing symptoms and

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