What I've Used to Treat Inverse PsoriasisI have lived with psoriasis for 6 decades. In that time, I've only experienced a bout of inverse psoriasis twice. The first time was thirty years ago. The second time?...Reactions0reactionsComments33 comments
Dreading An Upcoming Doctor AppointmentWhat is it about doctor's appointments? I guess no one really looks forward to going to the doctor. This is especially true for those who live with psoriasis. It can...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
You Can’t Run Away: Psoriatic Disease Took Away My FuturePsoriasis and psoriatic arthritis have taken so much away from me. I mean, it's lonely. I have low self-esteem, and I'm always answering questions about my skin. It's depleted me...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What We Want the World to Know for World Psoriasis DayMillions of people in the U.S. and around the world experience psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, and there is no cure yet. 125 million people worldwide, 2 to 3 percent of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Awkward Moments: Tips for Talking About Genital PsoriasisPsoriasis leaves us in a lot of physical discomforts. What we don't mention that often is the emotional discomfort we experience. The rude stares, managing unwanted comments. There is so...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What I Thought Was Eczema Turned Out to Be ShinglesEditor’s Note: This article was written by Patient Leader Cora Lyn Sears and originally appeared on our partner site AtopicDermatitis.net. She describes her experience of having shingles while living with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Shattering Psoriasis Stigma: An Eye-Opening QuizThere is no cure for psoriasis. Seriously, think about it for a minute. Let’s get descriptive here. We’re talking permanent poison ivy until the end of time on skin that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Oh No! Scalp Psoriasis Has Returned!My life with psoriasis can be described as a roller coaster - so many ups and so many downs. At my lowest point, I was 80% covered in psoriasis plaques...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Does Your Psoriasis React To Different Types of Water?When a new psoriasis patch pops up, we may think, "now, what triggered this one?". We do our best to keep track of our triggers, maintain a healthy lifestyle and...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Nope, I Have Psoriasis...Not That!The past two years have been crazy. If stress is one of your biggest triggers for psoriasis, well, life may be a touch crazier. At the start of the pandemic...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Shingles SurpriseRecently, members of our community discussed shingles. Shingles symptoms are uncomfortable, and can be more severe when combined with autoimmune diseases. It is always an unwelcome surprise when shingles erupt...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Is Going Gluten-Free Really That Helpful For Psoriasis?I know a lot of you can relate. I have had psoriasis for over 5 decades now. I have lost count of how many health plans and diets I've been...Reactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Living with Psoriasis in an Asian Tropical CountryI live in the Philippines, a tropical country in Southeast Asia. Our country experiences a warmer temperature annually as compared to the rest of the world; in fact, the average...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Psoriasis on The Feet & Wearing Socks To BedPsoriasis touches everything. It wreaks havoc on our skin and leaves a flaky trail behind it. Because of this inconvenient nuisance, those who live with this chronic condition have to...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Four Rs in Psoriasis: Remission, Relapse, Rebound, and RecoveryPsoriasis is a chronic condition usually characterized by itchiness and skin irritation, including red, scaly, or silvery patches. Any psoriatic patient can attest to how unpredictable cycles of psoriasis can...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Oils I Use To Manage My Scalp PsoriasisManaging scalp psoriasis is nobody's cup of tea, for many who live with this insufferable way of life, scalp psoriasis flakes and falls into everything. This inconvenient symptom influences outfit...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
3 Ways I Fight Stress In My Psoriasis ManagementWe all know that autoimmune issues - like psoriasis flare-ups - are heavily triggered by genetics, lifestyle choices, and even injuries or illness — but stress is a common culprit...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Impact of Psoriasis (Physically & Emotionally)Years ago, I overheard a colleague describing me to another employee. "Oh, you know, the girl with the scales on her skin." I don't know if she meant it to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Clinical Look at the Insecurities of PsoriasisPsoriasis is a chronic disease that causes skin symptoms such as scaly and itchy patches. But the impact of psoriasis goes beyond physical symptoms. People living with psoriasis are more...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Scalp Psoriasis: Short Hair ClairFor many years, my scalp psoriasis has been under control. It may be a taboo topic, but hair dye has been my best friend. This approach made my scalp manageable...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments