Which foods can increase inflammation?I've heard that nightshade vegetables (for example, white (but not sweet) potatoes, eggplant, tomatoes, and peppers) can increase inflammation in the body. Are there any other foods that can do...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Got sick but felt betterI caught a stomach bug from one of my kids last weekend. As badly as I felt because of that, I did notice that my joint inflammation and pain (as...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesComorbiditiesSymptoms
Biologics & Skin CancersI have had 2 yrs of continual skin cancers, both basal & squamous cell carcinoma. Some of my surgeries were pretty intense (4" incision across my face, 6" incisions on...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesTreatment
Relief for swollen toes and recommended shoes?How do you find comfortable shoes when your toes are swollen and stiff? Any recommendations?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesTips & AdviceSymptoms
Feeling sorry for yourself - Bad habit?I found this quote today by Dale Carnegie (author, trainer): "Feeling sorry for yourself, and your present condition, is not only a waste of energy but the worst habit you...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesCopingMental Health
New here!Hello, all. I am joining this community because you seem like such caring people. I joined an RA forum recently and discussed my frustration at not having a diagnosis. One...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesDiagnosis
What is remission?I've been in treatment for PsA for 10 years now, I don't remember having any time when I haven't had swelling, pain, or stiffness every single day. What is the...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesTreatment
What kinds of exercise should be done to help with symptoms?Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesExercise
What are the differences between psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?What are the basic differences between psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesComorbiditiesAwareness
Long term prednisone use 10 mg per dayI have been treated in Atlanta for the last 30 years for PSA. NSAIDs, Sulpha, Methotrexate in the past, and now just NSAID and 10 mg prednisone per day. My...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesTreatment