Living

Significant pain when walking? Scaly plaques on the soles of the feet? Deep cracks and bleeding on the foot or both feet? These could be signs that you might be...

My main goal in writing this journal is to keep a documented record of my thoughts, feelings, mood, and pain associated with my disease. 7:00 AM - I just woke...

Oftentimes people say love the skin you're in... For some of us living with psoriasis, this can be a challenging concept to apply to our lives. I've made a lot...

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...

In our Psoriasis In America 2017 survey, we asked participants “At what age did you first experience psoriasis-related symptoms or symptoms which you later identified as being related to psoriasis?...

I have been on many job interviews in my life. Some good; some bad. But can you remember the best interview of your life; you’re feeling confident and excited about...

If you follow me on social media, then you probably know that I have poked a lot of fun at the recent story about fire ant venom being studied as...

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that currently has no cure and can be a difficult and challenging condition to live with on a daily basis. Most people cycle through...

I cried, I laughed, I related... The New York Times bestseller Wonder is an inspiring, heartfelt story about a 10 year old,  Auggie Pullman, who was born with a craniofacial...

It is getting colder in many parts of the country and it is clear that winter is around the corner. While it is hard to ignore that winter is on...

Psoriasis is a chronic, lifelong condition, but most people cycle through periods of flare-ups when symptoms get much worse, and periods of remission when their symptoms are greatly improved or...

I should start this story by relaying that I’m a woman. It’s fairly common for men to shave their heads, but women tend to be more attached to their locks...

When it comes to managing psoriasis, we’re always keen to know what’s working for others. That’s why we’re keeping track of products and treatments recommended by you! In our last...

I have seen people over the years with tattoos that have psoriasis. I think they are very nice and a way to show self-expression. Tattoos can tell a story or...

Psoriasis is a frequently misunderstood condition that can cause stress and social anxiety. The social and emotional impact of psoriasis can be overwhelming to talk about. Those living with psoriasis...

Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or clothing or food - so that someone in...

You probably know Cyndi Lauper as an award-winning singer, songwriter, and pop culture icon with a career that has spanned more than 30 years. From her songs “Girls Just Want...

If you have psoriasis, chances are you’ve been to see one (or several!) dermatologists, medical professionals specializing in skin disorders. It occurred to me the other day that my dermatologists...

A few months back an advocate asked my advice on how to avoid online trolls. Due to the nature of the internet, you may never rid yourself completely of these...

I have had psoriasis for over fifty years and psoriatic arthritis for 25 years. I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis ten years ago. I have always had psoriasis that has...