What Is Palmoplantar Pustulosis?Palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that causes pustules (small inflamed bumps) on the palms of the hands, the soles of the feet, or both. PPP is... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Biosimilars vs Biologics...What's the Scoop?Have you heard of biosimilars? They are basically a similar form of brand name biologics. There has been some debate on whether or not the biosimilar option is safe to... By Alisha B2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Spotty SiblingMy brother called me earlier this year to let me know he was diagnosed with guttate psoriasis. This sounds horrible, and I have felt guilty about it, but there was... By Chris Pettit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
10 Questions to Gauge When Considering Treatment OptionsAre you trying to figure out what psoriasis treatments will work best for you? Check out these 4 different treatment types and the pros and cons that come with each... By Alisha B4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What is the Difference Between Psoriasis and Atopic Eczema?Psoriasis and atopic eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis) are both conditions that affect the skin, and they both tend to run in families. However, there are differences between the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sulfur and PsoriasisPsoriasis and psoriatic arthritis do not smell like that! Have you ever had sulfur treated water? I was invited to a friend's home and she told me that they used... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Test Your "PsO"Knowledge: Myths Versus Facts? Currently, there is no cure for psoriasis. Since psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition people will experience periods of remission (periods of time when symptoms are improved) and flare-ups... By KTVanHorn1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
4 Questions About Genital Psoriasis You May be Afraid to AskI have a hunch that genital psoriasis is often times under diagnosed. Having psoriasis on any part of your body can be really embarrassing, but to have the flaky, itchy... By Alisha B2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Are You What You Eat?Many people suffering from psoriasis think what they eat doesn’t matter. There is still so much scientific debate between the correlations of food in relation to psoriasis flare-ups. I do... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
5 Truths About Pregnancy and Psoriasis Every Woman Should KnowAre you a woman living with psoriasis who desires to have children? There are a lot of questions around psoriasis and pregnancy. Check out this interview I had with Physician... By Alisha B3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ways to Combat Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis FatigueMany people who don’t suffer from psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis will not understand the physical pain and fatigue that goes along with having this disease; especially if you’re suffering from... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How to Talk to Someone with PsoriasisI have had enough awkward conversations to know that sometimes people are uncomfortable talking to me because of my psoriasis. Don’t get me wrong, I totally get it. I look... By Chris Pettit2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
17 Psoriasis Facts to Help Spread #PsOAwarenessA fact a day may not keep the doctor away, but it can keep ignorance at bay! Spreading information that is accurate can help spread awareness and education to those... By KTVanHorn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tackling Scalp Psoriasis: The All Natural WayOne of my earliest memories of ma managing life with psoriasis was getting my head shaved. I was 5 years old and my scalp psoriasis was so thick, that shaving... By DianeT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Laundry TipsI saw a meme the other day that showed laundry as the adult’s version of the “Never Ending Story”. Boy is that true! This is especially true for those with... By Chris Pettit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
4 Reasons Why People Don't Treat Their Psoriasis8 million people in the US have psoriasis and on average 22%-37% of those of us living with the disease are not treating their condition. A study conducted by the National Psoriasis Foundation... By Alisha B3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
An Open Letter on HealthcareWe can’t ignore the elephant in the room: healthcare reform. Before this year I hadn’t considered myself a political person at all. I was more of a “go with the... By Chris Pettit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Humidifiers and Sorion Cream – Your Community Recommendations When it comes to managing psoriasis it can be incredibly helpful to load up on tips and tricks from other psoriasis sufferers. That’s why we like to keep track... By VickiN2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Check Out the New Q&A FeatureHave a question about psoriasis and aren’t sure where to turn? The Q&A feature helps you get quick answers and suggestions from other community members. You can search through previously... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments