Revolving Door of Chronic InflammationOne of the challenging aspects of psoriasis, and a hallmark of an autoimmune disease, is chronic inflammation. Historically, psoriasis has been characterized as a disease of the skin, but research over the past few...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Could Medical Marijuana Help Your Psoriasis Symptoms?One of the hottest topics of debate in America right now centers around the legality of marijuana or cannabis. While the discussion typically focuses on the recreational use of cannabis, there...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tossing and Turning! How Psoriasis Can Impact SleepGetting into bed at the end of an exhausting day should be a relaxing and welcoming event. For those who live with psoriasis, it can be a dreaded battle. After...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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Check Out Those Peepers: Psoriasis and the Risk of UveitisIf you live with plaque psoriasis, you are familiar with symptoms like dry, itchy, raised skin patches (plaques). While psoriasis mainly affects the skin, it is important to also look...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Feeling Exhausted? Psoriasis and Fatigue Can Go Hand-in-HandWhen we recently surveyed the community about their experiences in our Psoriasis in America study, many lesser-known challenges facing people living with psoriasis came to light. One of the important issues...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Rolling Out the Red Carpet: Do Celebrities with Psoriasis Matter?Ok, another celebrity just announced they have psoriasis, along with a flashy pharma promotional ad. Why should I care? And didn’t we just have to hear last week about Kim...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ways to Get Involved in the Psoriasis CommunityAll of us, not only want relief but find ourselves on the journey to self-acceptance as well. Prioritizing mental health and practicing gratitude sound so good in theory but those...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Assembling The Best Healthcare Team for Psoriasis ManagementOne of the first steps in managing your psoriasis is assembling the best healthcare team that will advocate and work for and with you. Having the support of friends, family...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Own Advice for Someone Recently Diagnosed With PsoriasisI was diagnosed with psoriasis more than 10 years ago. My life changed. I had to adapt to the completely new diagnosis and lifestyle. I was scared, confused, and felt...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
15 Need-to-Know Terms When Living with PsoriasisPsoriasis is a disease that affects 125 million people worldwide. It can be a very difficult disease to live with, physically and emotionally. If you suffer from the disease, are...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Battling Psoriasis: Building Confidence Using Progressive OverloadConfidence is never won or lost entirely overnight. Confidence is more like a fifteen-round boxing match. Squaring up with your opponent, you know you’re destined to land some punches, but you...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Six Misconceptions About Psoriasis & Why They Are WrongCommon misconceptions surrounding psoriasis can result in stigmas and setbacks for those living with a condition that’s more serious than many suspect. If you know someone with psoriasis, take a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria) in order to take part in the study...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
That Frustrating Flare-up Remission CyclePsoriasis is a challenging condition to live with. While stress can cause it to worsen, it so often seems stress is unavoidable. Endless treatment options, the pressure of finding the right...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments