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...reactionscomments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Getting a Punch Biopsy IRLThe word punch can go two different ways; it could mean a fun and fruity drink, or it could mean pain is coming your way! Dear friends, I wish I...reactionscomments
Sweating Like a Pig: The Impact of Sweat on PsoriasisI just got back to Washington DC from Orlando, FL with my grandkids for the 4th of July holiday weekend. It was a long ride because traffic was so heavy...reactionscomments
Scrub a Dub: Psoriasis Shower RoutinesThere’s no such thing as a “quick shower” when you have psoriasis! If you struggle with psoriasis, there’s a good chance that bathing is not an easy experience. Gone are...reactions10comments
Dear GrandmaDear Grandma, I hope you’re having a great day. I was just sitting here in my dorm room thinking about you and this question crossed my mind. I have always...reactions4comments
Could It Be Possible I Started All This?This is my story about my family history and how my genes have played a part in this story. I have had psoriasis for almost 55 years now and psoriatic...reactionscomments
Coal Tar for PsoriasisAfter my first psoriasis flare in elementary school, I was sent home from my doctor’s office with a tub of smelly yellow cream to apply to my legs. At the...reactionscomments
Traveling with MedicationsWith the right planning, traveling with prescription psoriasis medicines does not have to be a hassle at the airport. First, you should do your research, know the rules, and get...reactionscomments
Today Is My AnniversaryI am delighted to share my anniversary with the people I have come to love and adore. Today, I celebrate my 55th anniversary of having psoriasis. As I think back...reactionscomments
My Psoriasis Headquarters: The ScalpOh, scalp psoriasis—so much angst from such an important part of my body. It’s my head. It holds my brain. I am supposed to love and cherish it. Nope! Instead...reactionscomments
Who Needs Sleep!? 10 Tips For Catching Some Shut EyeStruggle with sleeping? Tossing and turning at night? It may be related to psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. Research suggests a connection between sleep disturbance and psoriatic disease. The itching and...reactionscomments
3 Quotes I Live By"Beauty is when you can appreciate yourself. When you love yourself, that's when you're most beautiful." - Zoe Kravitz For many of us living with psoriasis, it can be a...reactions3comments
Flaring with FlairMy psoriasis was so severe for so long, that I didn’t actually learn about flares until after I started to clear up. My patches would move around, but I never...reactionscomments
Psoriasis and Premature AgingThere comes a point in everyone’s life when we must make a commitment to something. This starts as early as going to school to get an education. When we choose...reactionscomments