Going CommandoPsoriasis, oh psoriasis, the things you have made me do. We will all try just about everything to makes sure the itch is less and comfort is more. I know...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Dear Tenant...I have known you for the past 55 years. During the first 40 years of my life, you took residence in my body. I have tried to evict you so...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Psoriasis Starter KitSince I have had psoriasis, I’ve come to realize there a few items I absolutely cannot live without. My skin can get extremely dry and flaky at times so no...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Psoriasis - The Silent DiseaseWhat does this really mean to me? It means this disease can be quiet and does not speak, there is nothing letting me know that it would show up and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Prednisone: The Bait and SwitchThe first time I went on Prednisone, I thought I had discovered the answer to all of my psoriasis woes! I was given a large oral dose for a week’s...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Misconceptions After Finding a Successful TreatmentUp until 4 years ago, I didn't know what it meant to not have psoriasis. I had been covered with the disease on over 90% of my body since 7...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Scientific Literacy Is Essential When You Have PsoriasisHow often have you searched for information on the internet and been frustrated at the amount of spam you find? Identifying SPAM is usually pretty easy to do, it is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Cimzia® (certolizumab pegol) Now Approved for Plaque PsoriasisCimzia was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. Cimzia has been previously approved to treat other inflammatory conditions, including...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Is Cryotherapy Effective in Treating Psoriasis?The use of extreme cold to improve health is called cryotherapy. Interventions range from trendy full-body cold immersion in spas to specific, localized applications of cold in medical settings. Targeted...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Advice For Those Starting PhototherapyPhototherapy is a popular treatment for psoriasis patients who have exhausted topical treatments, or for whom topical treatments are inappropriate. Years ago, I found myself covered in a full body...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Emotional Toll of Chronic IllnessTrigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or someone you know have thoughts of suicide, have...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Trouble with TanningWhen I was in my early 20s, I was working as a local pizza delivery guy. As much fun as it was to bring people their favorite dinner in a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sometimes You Have to Fire Your Doctor(s)In 2006, I can remember sitting in an out-of-date waiting room of my new dermatologist's office. I was a college student hundreds of miles away from home, and this was...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Psoriasis and Tonsillitis: What's the Connection?Myth or fact: there is a connection between the onset of psoriasis and tonsillitis. Some researchers believe repeated bouts of streptococcal throat infection can lead to activation of T cells...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Let's Talk About Mental HealthMental health and physical health are often linked, with one impacting the other. Mental health, in particular, can be difficult to talk about with others, leaving people isolated and without...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Reflecting on Life with PsoriasisWhat if I never treated my psoriasis? This is something I have thought about over the years. I have always had treatment for my disease, but spent over half of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Learning to Love YourselfWe seem to live in a world where societal norms are things like flawless beauty, perfect bodies and blemish free skin. I often find myself looking at these images being...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Ways I Show I'm Depressed Without Saying ItI have a confession to make. Sometimes I'm an outright fraud. How so, you ask? Well, I act as though I'm okay when I'm really not. I carry a fake...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Overcoming Biologic Side Effect FearsI don’t consider myself a fearful person. My wife actually accuses me of being TOO laid back. Babies can play with forks, right? If they poke themselves, it will just...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Quick Psoriasis Itch ReliefPsoriasis is so much more than just a skin condition, this we know. But by gosh if itchy skin isn’t the biggest daily pain in my butt! There are lots...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments