4 Things Not To Feel Guilty ForI'm always looking for inspiration - in books, articles, and even on social media. In fact, I belong to several social media groups to find connection, validation, and, yes, inspiration...reactions2comments
Psoriasis and Stares: What To Do if Someone Can't Stop LookingThere are many downsides to having a chronic condition, and psoriasis is no different. In addition to invisible symptoms, this disease also has visible symptoms: raised skin plaques. Depending where...reactions2comments
Scalp Psoriasis. It Drives Me Menthol!Psoriasis infiltrates every area of the body. Armpits, genitals, hands. This condition knows no bounds. Each place it impacts is labeled differently. Managing these specific symptoms looks different for everyone...reactions4comments
Have You Ever Thought Of Telling Your Story?Being a psoriasis advocate and raising awareness can seem daunting - and perhaps too much trouble. Why would I want to tell my painful story over and over when it's...reactions3comments
Inflammatory Arthritis, With A Side Helping of PsoriasisAbout a decade ago, I started noticing early signs of a disease called ankylosing spondylitis, or AS - a mouthful, I know. AS is a type of inflammatory arthritis that...reactions5comments
Community Shares: The Painful Reality of ShinglesWe asked our community of patient leaders to share about their shingles experiences. What topped the list of challenges when dealing with a shingles infection? PAIN! It’s no surprise that...reactions3comments
Community Shares: Did Your Doctor Talk to You About Shingles?For many people, a shingles diagnosis will come as a painful surprise. But about 1 out of every 3 people in the United States will be affected by this common...reactions3comments
Psoriasis Treatment: PhototherapyLight therapy, or phototherapy, holds the opportunity to improve the symptoms of psoriasis in many people. Light therapy works by reducing skin inflammation and slowing down the excess growth of...reactions1comment
The Anxiety Of Seeing A DoctorResisting visiting a doctor is not an uncommon feeling. Even if we are physically suffering and showing visible symptoms, it takes quite a bit of courage to finally make the...reactionscomments
How To Manage Psoriasis Flare-UpsAs random as a new psoriasis plaque can appear, so can a flare. As I write this, I find myself in a sudden psoriasis flare-up. You see, I've decided to...reactions2comments
Psoriasis is the PitsPicking up something we've dropped, reaching for a bowl on the top shelf, and waving to a friend. We use and rely on our arms for some of the most...reactions1comment
Shingles: Good Reason to Boost My Immune SystemPatient Leader Jacqueline Harmon shared her experience with shingles while living with multiple serious health conditions. By now, I assume nearly everyone with a TV has seen those commercials with...reactionscomments
How My Support Group Helps MeA strong support system isn't easy to come by and can change with the wind - or even with the appearance of a new plaque. I count my lucky stars...reactions1comment
Trauma Related Psoriasis FlaresTrauma. These six letters can be so life-changing and heavy for so many people. Like almost everything else in life, trauma and its response come in all shapes and sizes...reactions1comment
Have You Seen the Following Specialists Yet?How many times do we need to say that psoriasis is a condition that goes deeper than the skin? Enough times until it sticks, I guess. Psoriasis is a disorder...reactions3comments
PlaquePsoriasis.com Giveaway Terms and ConditionsThese Official Rules apply to any giveaway (or "Promotion") published on PLAQUEPSORIASIS.COM, a Health Union ("Health Union" or "We") owned and operated website. For conflicts between the Promotional giveaway article...reactionscomments
The Psoriasis Fight When Shopping For ApparelDo you want to know a secret? I hate shopping for clothes and shoes. I loathe it. Being a woman I am supposed to love shopping right? Well, I do...reactions1comment
7 Myths About ShinglesShingles is a viral infection that is often misunderstood. Understanding the myths and misconceptions about shingles can help reduce your chances of getting it. Here are 7 common myths about...reactionscomments
Ode To PsoriasisPatient leader, Vickie Wilkerson was 33 years old when psoriasis presented itself. Now 16 years later she still lives and manages active plaque psoriasis. As she likes to say "psoriasis...reactions4comments
Community Views: A Look At Different Skincare RoutinesI don't know how many times we have to say it: psoriasis is so much more than itchy skin. Sure, there's an unbearable never-ending itch but there are also overwhelming...reactions1comment
