Inflammatory Arthritis, With A Side Helping of PsoriasisAbout a decade ago, I started noticing early signs of a disease called ankylosing spondylitis, or AS - a mouthful, I know. AS is a type of inflammatory arthritis that... By Lisa Marie Basile3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Community Shares: The Painful Reality of ShinglesWe asked our community of patient leaders to share about their shingles experiences. What topped the list of challenges when dealing with a shingles infection? PAIN! It’s no surprise that... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Community Shares: Did Your Doctor Talk to You About Shingles?For many people, a shingles diagnosis will come as a painful surprise. But about 1 out of every 3 people in the United States will be affected by this common... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Psoriasis Treatment: PhototherapyLight therapy, or phototherapy, holds the opportunity to improve the symptoms of psoriasis in many people. Light therapy works by reducing skin inflammation and slowing down the excess growth of... By Brittany Ineson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Anxiety Of Seeing A DoctorResisting visiting a doctor is not an uncommon feeling. Even if we are physically suffering and showing visible symptoms, it takes quite a bit of courage to finally make the... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How To Manage Psoriasis Flare-UpsAs random as a new psoriasis plaque can appear, so can a flare. As I write this, I find myself in a sudden psoriasis flare-up. You see, I've decided to... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriasis is the PitsPicking up something we've dropped, reaching for a bowl on the top shelf, and waving to a friend. We use and rely on our arms for some of the most... By Clair G2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Shingles: Good Reason to Boost My Immune SystemPatient Leader Jacqueline Harmon shared her experience with shingles while living with multiple serious health conditions. By now, I assume nearly everyone with a TV has seen those commercials with... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How My Support Group Helps MeA strong support system isn't easy to come by and can change with the wind - or even with the appearance of a new plaque. I count my lucky stars... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and ShinglesThe two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that impacts your immune system. Shingles is a common viral infection that... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Trauma Related Psoriasis FlaresTrauma. These six letters can be so life-changing and heavy for so many people. Like almost everything else in life, trauma and its response come in all shapes and sizes... By Clair G3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Have You Seen the Following Specialists Yet?How many times do we need to say that psoriasis is a condition that goes deeper than the skin? Enough times until it sticks, I guess. Psoriasis is a disorder... By Annelyse Andal2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
PlaquePsoriasis.com Giveaway Terms and ConditionsThese Official Rules apply to any giveaway (or "Promotion") published on PLAQUEPSORIASIS.COM, a Health Union ("Health Union" or "We") owned and operated website. For conflicts between the Promotional giveaway article... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Psoriasis Fight When Shopping For ApparelDo you want to know a secret? I hate shopping for clothes and shoes. I loathe it. Being a woman I am supposed to love shopping right? Well, I do... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
7 Myths About ShinglesShingles is a viral infection that is often misunderstood. Understanding the myths and misconceptions about shingles can help reduce your chances of getting it. Here are 7 common myths about... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Understanding Vaccine RecommendationsEvery year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a specific disease. They are our best protection against... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ode To PsoriasisPatient leader, Vickie Wilkerson was 33 years old when psoriasis presented itself. Now 16 years later she still lives and manages active plaque psoriasis. As she likes to say "psoriasis... By Vickie Wilkerson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Community Views: A Look At Different Skincare RoutinesI don't know how many times we have to say it: psoriasis is so much more than itchy skin. Sure, there's an unbearable never-ending itch but there are also overwhelming... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Did You Say Something?As an individual that lives with psoriasis, do you ever find yourself asking the following questions? Can you hear that?Did you say something?Could you repeat that?I'm sorry I didn't hear... By Melissa Withem-Voss3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Stress Is The Silent Culprit of Psoriasis Flares. What Can We Do?I live with ankylosing spondylitis, an immune-mediated disease characterized by spinal arthritis, joint inflammation, and problems with my eyes, gut, some organ, and — yep, my skin. Psoriatic arthritis falls... By Lisa Marie Basile2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments