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Has psoriasis ever given you the sensation of having bugs crawling under your skin? It’s not a commonly discussed symptom, but many of us with psoriasis at one time or...

There are a few reasons why people decide to join a clinical trial; One reason is that it's a cheaper way to receive treatment while living with psoriasis. Other people...

Psoriasis causes red, scaly patches on the skin that can be located on all areas of the body and can be painful and itchy, as well as seem unattractive. Psoriatic...

Join the Conversation Describe your washing/cleansing routine. Do you use particular products or wash in a special way? Started by: rebeccabWeigh inA New Way of LifeA New Way of Life...

No matter where in the world you live, if you have psoriasis, you probably smile less. For those of us who have itchy plaques, this sounds like a no-brainer. After...

I am at a place in my life living with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis that my language and dialogue will begin to sound new to me. Many times in my...

When you suffer from psoriasis pain can come in many forms. It can be the debilitating pain of psoriatic arthritis or it can be pain related to an outbreak. If...

Psoriasis is a chronic, lifelong condition that can be difficult to live with at times. The symptoms of psoriasis can be physically painful and the social and emotional impact of...

October 29 is World Psoriasis Day. Although we need to push for awareness 365 days a year, this is our one day to shine and to demand the attention of...

You might not be able to relate to all of these, but you can relate to some. Check out this list of "You know you have psoriasis when..."Which ones do...

I have had psoriasis for over 50 years. One of my favorite things to say to other people is, “be positive, look at the glass as half full” or something...

If you have plaque psoriasis, you might notice plaques on the same parts of your body again and again. However, have you ever injured an area of plaque-free skin and...

I'm about to give you a glimpse inside my mind as a patient advocate.  Today during a twitter chat a question was asked, "What are your biggest challenges as a...

I love what I do. Being a psoriasis advocate is liberating, fulfilling, and ultimately life-changing, but it can come with its challenges. Here is a glimpse into the challenges I...

I do not like needles. I really, really don’t like needles. That is why I was shocked to be talking with some friends with psoriasis that disclosed they would rather...

What do you do when you find a treatment you want to try but there is a waiting period before you can receive it? The reasons for the wait might...

One of the biggest concerns I hear when talking to people that are newly diagnosed is “How will this impact my dating life/relationship with my partner?” This, of course, is...

Topical treatments are one of the most common types of medications used to treat plaque psoriasis. Topical treatments can be effective – when they are used as directed. However, many...

Many people with psoriasis experience nail psoriasis, which is characterized by a variety of changes that occur to the nail and the nail bed. More than just a cosmetic problem...

Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous treatment didn’t work, and allow patients to be...