Is a Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnostic Tool on the Horizon?I’ve mentioned in one of my previous articles, Rheumatologist Reject, that I have had a tough time getting diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (affectionately nicknamed PsA). This has been tough! I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Do I Want to Be a Psoriasis Warrior?Have you come across the term psoriasis warrior? If you use social media to find support, then I imagine you have. It's a great hashtag to search on Instagram or...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What is Sebopsoriasis?Sebopsoriasis is a skin condition that commonly affects the scalp and face. It is a combination of scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis. In babies, sebopsoriasis is more commonly known as...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Most Unflattering Psoriasis Diagnosis Story Ever, You’re WelcomeWhat I’m about to tell you is a 20-plus-year story in the making. It concludes with my gynecologist dropping a truth bomb while doing her thing “under the hood.” During...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
We All Have a GrandfatherWe know psoriasis is as old as dirt. It goes way back in the ancient days when we believe various skin conditions call tzaeaath which translated as leprosy. I began...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
A Flare Management Master Plan: What Safety Protocols Can Teach UsIn my twenties, I wrote safety protocols. The benefit? Planning for a disaster before it occurs can make a significant difference to your health. The most useful process I have...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Psoriasis Treatment Woes: Greasy Spots Everywhere!I’ve heard it said that those with psoriasis would make poor criminals because we’d leave skin flakes with our DNA at every crime scene. I completely agree! In addition to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Psoriasis, What Have You Done?Psoriasis oh psoriasis, what have you done. Did you not hear my pleas to leave the rest of my body in peace? Besides, where were you the nights I cried...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Uninsured with PsoriasisEver have a bad situation that turns worse? Last month I lost my job unexpectedly. I had been working at my former company for over a year, but suddenly, they...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dry Brushing: Good or Bad for Psoriasis?My wife follows quite a few health and wellness trainers on Instagram. You know—those ridiculously fit, beautiful people that make getting in shape sound like a breeze? Well, at the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Will a Detox Help My Psoriasis?Psoriasis is a skin condition that shows up on the body anywhere. We don’t know why we get it or the causes of it. I want to share something with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What I Wish I Knew When Attending My First Infusion CenterI can’t speak for anyone but myself, but by the time my insurance provider approved my first biologic medication, I was more than ready. Looking back, I would consider it...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Holiday HangoverAfter three weeks of traveling abroad, seeing and experiencing new things. I am not sure who was happier to be home. My daughter or myself, we both collapsed on our...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
5 Top Tips for Improving Psoriasis in 2019Do you need a better time to come up with a resolution than the start of a New Year? Let's get inspired with some psoriasis themed activities to kick off...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Warm Winter Drinks that Fight InflammationIn a recent article I shared 3 of my favourite green smoothie recipes. I love green smoothies, but smoothies are COLD, and now that winter is here I want something...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Being a Student With PsoriasisStress is seemingly unavoidable! It's almost as if everything in life brings about its own individual stressors or worries. My flares increase when I am under pressure and being a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Facial With Psoriasis: A Self-Care ResolutionMy New Years Resolution is to invest more in self-care. This has been my resolution for several years. This time I made sure it would happen, I booked a facial...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
In the Eye of the Fire: Trying to Explain A Psoriasis FlareHave you ever stared at a burning fire? Red hot, licking flames, dancing reds, whites, and oranges. Taking in the embers right against the burning wood. The heat is so...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Psoriasis and My Mental State of MindPeople have always said these words to me: You have a personal choice in your life. It's your fault when you don't set goals for our health. It's your choice...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Setting New Years Resolutions With PsoriasisWith every new year, most of us make resolutions. Are you within the majority and set a default resolution to lose weight? I set that resolution every year and every...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments