Lori M's Status Updates

"I have never spoken before but I do read a lot of your articles.
I was diagnosed with PSA IN 2018. I was in my 50’s. Not once did any doctor say anything about this disease. I always had dry elbows that would crack and were so painful. Went through several knee surgeries and a back surgery.
Finally, saw a new primary he immediately said I had psoriasis and put me into pain mgt, sent me to a dermatologist and a rheumatologist. Thank you Doc. Oh I was also diagnosed with sleep apnea. I am now on my 5th or 6th biological, going to my third rheumatologist next month. The first one was awesome but he moved into research instead. That was a very sad day.
Elbows have been clear since then but my pain is horrible. Just had another back surgery. I am still working full time and I am exhausted. I feel like I have given up on having fun anymore because I do cancel engagements a lot. This disease is very draining.
On top of that I am a family caretaker for my stroke victim husband, my 87 year old father and a 25 yr old who suffers from terrible anxiety and depression.
That being said, the fatigue does overpower my pain level most of the time.
Thank you all your articles it keeps my sanity in check."