How I Went From Being Full of Life To Struggling To Walk | Psoriatic Arthritis | The Patient Story

Chaylee, 20, from Idaho, started experiencing extreme fatigue, swollen joints, and difficulty moving just after graduating high school. As her symptoms worsened, she struggled to keep up with life, eventually leading her to drop out of college.

In this psoriasis vlog, Chaylee shares her journey of seeking a diagnosis, battling with medical misdiagnosis, and eventually being diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. She opens up about the emotional toll it took on her life, the challenges of finding the right treatment, and the importance of self-advocacy. Chaylee also discusses how she’s learned to manage her symptoms and rebuild her life while finding strength in community support.

Thank you, Chaylee, for sharing your story to help others.

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Chapters:
00:00 Meet Chaylee
00:52 When I First Noticed Something Was Wrong
01:40 My Path To Diagnosis
03:05 My Reaction To My Diagnosis
04:04 Dealing With My Diagnosis
04:46 How I Copy With The Time I Lost
05:44 I’ve Tried Several Treatment Options
07:15 How My Day To Day Is Now
07:58 How I’m Combatting Flare Ups
08:50 I’ve Found New Hobbies Through My Diagnosis
10:17 Finding Community Is So Important
11:03 How I’m Trying To Break The Stigma
11:54 Why Self Advocacy Is So Powerful
12:40 How I’m Navigating My Mental Health With My Condition
13:42 The Most Emotional Part Of My Journey
14:37 My Advice To Others

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