My Unwanted Friend...Last year, I was invited to speak to Congress about what it’s like having psoriasis as a person of color to help push funding for psoriasis research. I was so... By Alisha B4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Cracks in My LifeI continue to tell my story of pain, suffering, and frustration so that I can know where I came from and where I am at now. Psoriasis has been a... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Serious Infections and PsoriasisHaving a chronic illness is hard. Having more than one can be exponentially harder. I am lucky enough to be blessed with two such illnesses: psoriasis and asthma. Most of... By Chris Pettit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Pretty Girl, Ugly SkinAlmost a decade ago I was working as a call center representative as a part time job as I attended classes at Alabama State University. At this time psoriasis covered... By Alisha B2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Get Off the BusPsoriasis has been a part of my life ever since I can remember. I grew up in a small town that didn’t know much about this disease. My father was... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Love Story with AdvocacyI met psoriasis when I was 7 years old after a bad case of chicken pox triggered my immune system to go crazy. Since then psoriasis has continued to tag... By Alisha B3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Day I Was Told "It Might Not Be Psoriasis"I've had psoriasis since I was 7 years old, although not terribly long ago, treatment options for psoriasis were still being tested and as an adolescent, I couldn't use them anyway... By Alisha B3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
We Want You! (Unless You Have Psoriasis)November brings with it Election Day and Veterans Day. If ever there was a time to beam your patriotic spirit, this is the month! As much as I like to... By Chris Pettit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
How Sweet the SmellI learned very early in my youth that I was very sensitive to smells. It didn’t matter whether it was a good smell or a bad smell, some things would... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hacks To Make Life With Psoriasis A Little EasierWhen a person lives with psoriasis, this difficult condition plays a role in every decision. It's always front of mind, considered in almost every choice and scenario. After all, psoriasis... By Alisha B3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Psoriasis F Word: FailureWinston Churchill once said, “success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” Boy, oh boy, have I found that to be true... By Chris Pettit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Taboo Talk: Psoriasis and IntimacyPlainly put, psoriasis is an embarrassing disease. When you add intimacy into the mix, the awkwardness and emotional discomfort can skyrocket. When my wife and I started dating, she was... By Chris Pettit4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Psoriasis Holiday HacksI have a complicated relationship with the holiday season. Halloween starts it off with a bang. I love Halloween. My wife and I started dating October 31st, and the day... By Chris Pettit4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why I Chose to Treat with BiologicsChoosing a psoriasis treatment can be overwhelming, daunting, and intimidating. You can do your research and advocate when you have the courage to do so, but ultimately it feels like... By Chris Pettit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Should You Do if You Have Fears of Psoriatic Disease?According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, 30% of people who have psoriasis will also go on to develop psoriatic arthritis. I'll be honest with you, I've prayed I wouldn't be... By Alisha B3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Three Tips for Parenting with PsoriasisDeciding to have kids was a scary choice for me. Every time one of my boys has the smallest blemish, my mind instantly wonders if they are developing the disease... By Chris Pettit4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Let’s Be Clear About Being Clear (When It Comes To Psoriasis)It’s every person with psoriasis’ greatest desire: having clear skin. To shake hands with a stranger without noticing them hesitate as they see your spotted hand reach towards theirs. To... By Chris Pettit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Emotional Toll of PsoriasisSince the age of 5, living with a body covered with psoriasis plaques was extremely difficult. People didn’t understand and were frightened by what they saw. I’m a 58-year-old woman... By DianeT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Psoriasis and the Woes of a MisdiagnosisIn my time throughout psoriasis advocacy, I've met many individuals who experienced the frustration of misdiagnosis. Although I was diagnosed with psoriasis at an early age, I have had my... By Alisha B3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
If Not From My Family, Where Did My Psoriasis Come From?When I go to my doctor, one of the first things I'm usually asked is about my family’s history. This is a smart question as they are considering risk factors... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments