Let's Talk Healthy Skin: A New Diagnosis & A New JourneyPsoriasis is a chronic condition that is caused by an autoimmune response. It has nothing to do with the health of our skin, just the health of our bodies and...reactionscomments
Even More Ways To Support A Loved One Who Is Living With PsoriasisA few important things to mention, don’t offer unsolicited advice and act like you know their illness better than them. Believe them when they tell you that they’re in pain...reactionscomments
Psoriasis Pain and DepressionThose who live with psoriasis also live with chronic pain. That's right, psoriasis can be painful. Aside from the debilitating itch, those who live with this chronic condition describe their...reactionscomments
What In The World? A Look At Psoriasis ComorbiditiesAll across the globe, there are so many myths and misconceptions about psoriasis. What it always seems to come down to is that this seemingly visible skin condition affects so...reactionscomments
Helpful Ways To Respond and Support A Loved One Who Is Living With PsoriasisThis article is not written for the chronically ill. This is for the parent whose child is dealing with a chronic illness, for you who has a newly diagnosed friend...reactionscomments
Unknown for many years.I am now 87 years of age and have recently been diagnosed with PsA. When I was 17-18 years old my face broke out and looked like a huge over-ripe...reactions4comments
X-Trac Laser Therapy Cleared My PsoriasisI have a terrible time with psoriasis on my palms, fingers, and the soles of my feet. Fingertips, especially, will be perfectly fine in the morning, but by evening they...reactions2comments
Recognizing Depression and Getting TreatmentIf you have psoriasis, you already know that it is more than just a skin condition. Beyond the effects psoriasis can have on your body, it can wreak havoc on...reactionscomments
Feeling Better vs Coping Better: How to Tell the DifferenceLiving with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, we are often evaluated on how well we are living with and managing our disease. Pain, fatigue, rashes, and more all need to be...reactionscomments
Canceling Plans Because of A Psoriasis FlareLiving with chronic illness often leads to unpredictable days. You never know how you will feel each morning, and sometimes you even feel differently from one hour to the next...reactions7comments
Managing My Medical TeamMy medical team consists of a general practitioner, dermatologist, and rheumatologist. A team of doctors all with the common goal of keeping me as healthy as possible. Some of this...reactionscomments
Have You Considered Light Treatment?There are several ways to manage and treat psoriasis, and that number is quite large. It can be a long journey to find the best treatment that suits you. It's...reactionscomments
Coping With Brain Fog and FatigueI just read that last chapter, why can’t I remember what happened?I’ve never missed a deadline and I just forgot a major one!I feel like I’m slogging through thick pudding...reactions3comments
Patient Assistance ProgramsWhen I was first diagnosed with psoriasis, I really thought my life was over. For someone who had no insurance, how in the world was I going to get treatment...reactionscomments
Community Views: Embarrassing Moments with PsoriasisEveryone has cringe-worthy moments when they want to disappear or crawl up into a ball. Those with psoriasis no doubt can point to some of those embarrassing kinds of moments...reactionscomments
Coping With My Hair Loss As A Black Woman With Scalp PsoriasisA woman’s hair, specifically a black woman’s hair, symbolizes royalty. Your hair is considered your "crown". Every day, whether through social media, television, magazines, there are constant reminders of the...reactionscomments
That's Pso Psoriasis: Stigma & CommercialsAn unfortunate reality of psoriasis is managing unsolicited advice, facing hurtful stares, and answering the same anxiety-inducing questions. What plays a part in promoting these types of interactions? It all...reactionscomments
A Journey of Psoriasis & Finding Lasting LoveI consider psoriasis to be ugly. I have had this awful disease for 17 long years. Looking at my skin has made me feel ashamed, embarrassed, and unlovable. It's taken...reactionscomments
You've Decided You Want to See a Therapist... Now What?Having distress, depression, self-blame, or anxiety over psoriasis does not mean it is “all in your head.” Studies have shown that mental distress can worsen your skin symptoms. Stress and...reactionscomments
That's Pso Psoriasis: Skincare & Treatment RoutineSkincare routines are a consistent part of managing life with psoriasis. Place them right next to dermatologist appointments and skirting around unsolicited advice. For those who don't live psoriasis, a...reactions1comment
