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Being diagnosed with psoriasis can be such a life-changing event. When I was first diagnosed, I went through so many emotions. It was really hard because I had no one...

One of the most difficult times in my psoriasis journey was when my hands were completely covered with plaque psoriasis. Watching psoriasis consume my body was tough enough. I can...

Psychodermatology is the study of the connection between the skin and the mind. Understanding and addressing the link between mental health and skin disorders can help to better manage both...

That girl with psoriasis is here again! Yeah, you read that right, I called myself the "girl with psoriasis". Do you sense a change in my tone? It changed years...

Today has been one of those days. Those days that has me reaching for the junk food of chocolate cereal and milk at 9PM. You know the kind of junk...

Finding ways to manage and treat psoriasis can be quite a journey. Oftentimes, it can feel like there are many different paths to explore, and determining which 1 works best...

I cannot even begin to count the number of times that I have had to explain my psoriasis to someone. Whether it’s a family member, a friend, or a stranger...

When you live with psoriasis, finding makeup that doesn't aggravate your skin is a huge mission. Over the years, I have found one or two brands that work for me...

I have had psoriasis for 56 years of my life. 56 years. Having lived with this condition for so long, I'm stronger and more empowered. That was not always the case...

While some appointments can be done virtually using telemedicine, there are still many visits that need to be done in person. If you need to attend an in-person visit, planning...

Psoriasis is a long-term (chronic) skin condition that causes red, itchy, scaly patches on the body. There is no cure, and it comes and goes in cycles called flares. A...

Psoriasis warriors, today, I am here to make a change. Let us all make a change. For ourselves, let's speak up and stand up. We can be the change to...

We are now nearly a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, and one thing is certain: Masks continue to be our most powerful tool to stop the spread of coronavirus, along...

Eleven years ago, I was diagnosed with scalp psoriasis. I remember the dermatologist looking at my scalp and then telling me his official diagnosis. I can recall the entire experience...

I never believed that indifference could be a good thing. I always felt that you need to be passionate about everything. Whether you with it or against it, did not...

After a visit to the doctor today, I find myself feeling sad, annoyed, and angry. I never asked for psoriasis. I almost want to scream "This is not what I...

I had my first child in 1976 and stayed in prayer that he would not get my psoriasis. My psoriasis covered over 70-80% of my body the majority of my...

People who have psoriasis mostly get flare-ups on their torso, arms, and legs. However, scientists have discovered other common areas for this skin disease. Sensitive areas like the face can...

Sometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone has a different level of comfort using technology...

There is no perfect way to manage the chronic pain associated with diseases like psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Pill shaming discourages taking medications because of taboos and stereotypes attached to...