Can Psoriasis Hurt?Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that causes symptoms to develop on the skin. There are several types of psoriasis, but the most common form is plaque psoriasis. Plaques are patches... By KTVanHorn4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Favorite products to help with psoriasis itchingItching! It can be one of the more difficult to manage symptoms of psoriasis. What are your favorite products to help with itching?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 replies
FeaturedWhat are your favorite moisturizers?Everyone has their go-to products for moisturizing their psoriasis. What are your favorite products for keeping your skin hydrated?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments26 replies
Holiday stressorsWhat are your top 3 stressors during the holiday season? How do you manage them so they don't result in a psoriasis flare?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 replies
Emotional "Spring Cleaning"Cleaning up unhealthy relationships and toxic friendships can go a long way towards reducing stress and reducing flares. Easier said than done – which is why we want to know:...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Handling rude remarks and staresThe uncomfortable stares, the rude remark that people can make about your skin. How do you deal with bullies?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
The Hair Dye-Psoriasis DilemmaThe scalp is one of the most common places on the body to be affected by plaque psoriasis. In fact, around half of people with the condition have symptoms located... By KTVanHorn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Reasons It Might Be Time to Find a New DoctorAnyone who has psoriasis knows how frustrating living with the condition can be. Most people with the condition will experience flares or periods of time when symptoms are worse, and... By KTVanHorn4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Newly Diagnosed with PsoriasisGetting a diagnosis of psoriasis can bring up lots of different feelings, for some it can be overwhelming or scary, for others, it could feel like a relief to finally... By KTVanHorn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Monday to Sunday: Weekly Psoriasis SymptomsOne of the battles of having psoriasis is on any given week your symptoms could flare-up for a day and then subside, or they could rear their head for all... By KTVanHorn1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Have you tried light therapy (phototherapy)?Have you used light therapy (phototherapy)? What was your experience using it as a treatment option? If given the option would you use light therapy at home?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 replies
Talking with Your Doctor About Progressing PsoriasisIt may be that your psoriasis flares are occurring more frequently or lasting for longer periods of time. Maybe you've noticed that your psoriasis has spread to new areas of... By KTVanHorn4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Psoriasis in the WorkplaceWorking while living with and managing a chronic condition like psoriasis can create challenges. Learning to balance the demands of one's job with the changing aspects of your psoriasis isn't... By KTVanHorn1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Pros and Cons of TeledermatologyTeledermatology is the skin branch of telemedicine, which is the use of telecommunication technology to relay audio, visual, and data information. Teledermatology is becoming a more common means of delivering... By KTVanHorn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
There Is An App For That!Trying to track your symptoms, or maybe you are looking for a way to log what triggers your psoriasis? Maybe you need something that helps with medication management or helps... By KTVanHorn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is A Good Night's Sleep Possible?Ahhh sleep, we all need it to stay healthy, but sometimes it can be extremely challenging to get a good night's sleep. Symptoms of psoriasis can creep up at night... By KTVanHorn1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Any suggestions for getting some sleep when you have psoriasis?Anyone out there have any suggestions for getting some much-needed rest when you have psoriasis? Chamomile tea? Guided meditation? Sheep counting?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
7 Ways to Combat Cold-Weather DrynessAs the weather gets colder, many plaque psoriasis patients report that their symptoms get worse too. During the winter, low humidity, lack of sun exposure, and pesky cold and flu... By KTVanHorn5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How does psoriasis impact your fashion choices?Do you ever change your style or clothing choices because of your psoriasis?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
Is Psoriasis Remission a Possibility?For many years psoriasis was seen as a disease of just the skin, research has made it clear that psoriasis is, in fact, an autoimmune disease that impacts many systems... By KTVanHorn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments