Living

Maybe your psoriasis decided to flare after a period of stress or illness. But sometimes a flare arrives for no discernible reason at all. No matter what brought it on...

Those who live with psoriasis know - this condition is not just a skin disease. Psoriasis can lead to discrimination, stigmatization, trauma, and psychological issues. Can you imagine at a...

I remember some time ago when I sat on a bus and a group of youngsters thought my psoriasis was eczema. “Look at his eczema,” they said. I felt like...

Psoriasis can change so much about daily life. For many people, one of the most visible ways it alters life is their fashion choices. Their psoriasis plays a big role...

Our ears offer us the sound of music and the laughter of our loved ones. They also allow us to have a sense of balance. The vestibular system is found...

A few weeks back, I was asked to explain the difference between psoriasis and eczema. I have to admit, the only thing I could come up with off is that...

The Person Before Patient Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! What makes us the people we are? Living with a serious health condition like plaque psoriasis can...

Every chronic and life-threatening condition comes with its own symptoms and challenges, and while each individual's experience is unique, there is wisdom to be found in learning how others have...

There are so many myths, mysteries, and stigmas that surround psoriasis. I received my diagnosis 15 years ago, at the age of 21. Still, every month I find myself learning...

Having psoriasis can negatively influence the big and small decisions you make. It can be tough living with plaque psoriasis and managing the day-to-day. Tasks or moments of daily life...

Psoriasis is a dreadful condition to live with. It’s chronic, lifelong, and can be very visible. It can ruin your mental state, lower your self-esteem and make it harder to...

Do you know what really sets me off? When people without psoriasis give me skincare advice. They tell me how my skin can get better and what I can do...

I do this to myself time and time again. In fact, I do this to myself multiple times per year. One would think that I am fully aware of the...

Psoriasis is characterised as a condition where you have red, scaly patches spanning swathes of the skin. It’s believed to start as a result of an overactive immune system. It...

There are many things I find absolutely maddening about living with psoriasis. You would think that having lived with this condition for over 17 years I would be used to...

If you have psoriasis, there are so many things that can impact your lifestyle. As if managing the many treatment options weren't enough, it's also important to avoid potential triggers...

My psoriasis journey began more than a decade ago. Some of my first symptoms directly affected my scalp. Initially, like with most sufferers, it started with small plaques in my...

It can be overwhelming just thinking about the many treatment options for psoriasis. Topical medicines, steroids, and biologics can control psoriasis symptoms. But there is no cure for the underlying...

I had an interesting conversation with someone who I am just getting to know. A new friend from a group of mutual interest. I recently had a conversation with a...

This question has come up a lot lately. Can I apply for disability if I have psoriasis?  Yes, you can. If your psoriatic disease prevents you from working you can...