Psoriatic arthritis is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects many people worldwide. It is a form of arthritis linked to psoriasis, a skin condition characterised by red, scaly patches. Understanding psoriatic arthritis helps us to self-manage symptoms and know when it's time to ask for help. Psoriatic arthritis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joints and skin. This leads to inflammation, pain, and swelling in the j

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic condition that causes joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. It often comes with periods of flare-ups, where symptoms worsen suddenly. Managing these flare-ups effectively is crucial to maintaining a good quality of life. This blog article will guide you through practical strategies to handle psoriatic arthritis flares, helping you reduce discomfort and regain control. Understanding How to Manage Psoriatic Arthritis Flares Managing psoriat

Exploring how seasonal changes, weight fluctuations and systemic inflammation all intersect in psoriatic disease - approaching it with self-compassion, not shame. If you’ve noticed it’s been quiet here for a while, you’re right. Sometimes winter isn’t just a season - it’s something we survive. We hibernate a little. We juggle less. We conserve our energy. We “winter along” as I like to call it. For many of us living with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis (PsA), winter can mean

Every year on October 29th , the global psoriasis community marks # WorldPsoriasisDay - a day of awareness, solidarity, and advocacy. This year’s theme is around co-morbidities, the ‘extra’ issues and complication, and helps to shine a light on something many of us living with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis know all too well: the condition rarely travels solo. For many, psoriasis is still seen as “just a skin condition.” GPs can often identify and manage the day-to-day need

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Mel discusses the daily battle to find comfort.... If you’re living with an inflammatory arthritis like Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA), you...

What's changed since 2013? Flare-ups are periods when symptoms of inflammatory arthritis—such as pain, swelling, stiffness, and...

Result sharing from the UK PRP Survey (10) UK Rheumatology PRPs are finding their collective voice! Over nine previous result sharing...

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Tips for staying well in warm weather As climate change leads to more frequent and intense heatwaves, people living with chronic...