My Genetic Trail of PsoriasisWhen I was first diagnosed with psoriasis, it rocked my whole world. I had never heard the word before, let alone any indication of what it meant. At the time... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Stressful Year of Eyelid PsoriasisDuring the year 2020, when the global COVID-19 pandemic was in full swing, eyelid psoriasis became something I contended with pretty frequently. I live in New York City, which became... By Lisa Marie Basile2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Raising Awareness One Skincare Routine At A Time!It's August, which means it's Psoriasis Awareness Month. Psoriasis is a visible condition with visible symptoms. These visible symptoms bring on rude comments, unwanted questions, and a whole lot of... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Emotional Toll When A Scalp Psoriasis Flare Gets WorseIt’s been some time since I wrote about my scalp psoriasis management. My plan consisted of using coconut oil and a shower cap, keeping my hair short, and updating my... By Jack Gevertz3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
National Psoriasis Foundation Conference '22In-person conferences have always been something I looked forward to. Of course, the pandemic changed all of that. Everything turned to virtual, which we know is simply not the same... By Vickie Wilkerson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Sisters Share: Psoriasis & Other Autoimmune ConditionsI've lived with psoriasis since the age of 5. I was lonely, confused, and misunderstood for most of my life. These were formative years. Growing up, I wondered whether my... By DianeT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Psoriasis and Thrush: What's The Link?About a month ago, I began noticing white patches on my tongue and inner cheeks. I always drink tons of water, but my mouth began to feel dry all of... By Brittany Ineson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Skin Shaming Is Not OkayGrowing up as a girl in the 90s, I found myself absolutely bombarded with commercials and print magazine advertisements about perfect skin. Beauty was all-important, and falling into one type... By Lisa Marie Basile2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Closing the Stress Cycle With PsoriasisLiving with psoriasis for as long as I have, the topic and influence of stress have continuously been in my orbit. It's a weird relationship that I'm awkwardly forced to... By Gemma Boak4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Community Views: Tips for Managing PsoriasisManaging psoriasis is far from easy. Learning to live comfortably with plaque psoriasis can take patience. For most people, learning to manage the condition requires trying several solutions before finding... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
The Power Of Distraction With PsoriasisWhen psoriasis plaques begin to spread, it feels like there is no end in sight. These flare-ups can cause the majority of us to begin to seek different types of... By Jack Gevertz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Building a Psoriasis Community: Pso FamilyWhen I found out I had psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis I felt like the world had crashed in on me. First off I had not ever heard of psoriasis. Secondly... By Melissa Withem-Voss3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Strategies for Talking About PsoriasisPsoriasis is a visible condition. That means the outside world can directly see the symptoms on the outside of our bodies. Having exterior symptoms that catch people's eye seems to... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Introducing the Social Health Network and Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2022 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the Social Health Network and Awards! The Social Health Network is a community... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Psoriasis, Below The BeltAfter a long day, I jumped in the shower. When I bent down the pick up my shampoo, I sent the skin on my behind to painfully tear, leaving the... By Clair G2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Dog Days Of Summer Are BackI'm a history lover - and as a writer, I appreciate old sayings and words. In historical times, the Greeks and Romans believed that the "dog days" were two stars... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What Is Your Quick Response When Asked About Your Skin?Living with psoriasis is a painful reality. It's not just debilitating fatigue or tightening skin. We also are victims of people's frowns, disgusted expressions, and inconsiderate stares. We somehow painfully... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Vickie Wilkerson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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... By Jack Gevertz3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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... By Clair G3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments