Jojoba Oil...Beans, beans, beans! Green beans and coffee beans are my favorite. Then enter the humble, yet amazing jojoba bean, from which the lovely jojoba oil is made. Contrary to the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How long have you had psoriasis? ...Some people have had psoriasis much longer than their diagnosis. When did you start noticing your psoriasis symptoms? How old were you? How long has it been?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAwarenessDiagnosisTips & Advice
Psoriasis, RSV, and a Compromised Immune System...One of the things that we have to contend with when living with psoriasis is having a compromised immune system. Most of the treatments that we take for psoriasis eliminate...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Who is your support system?...The one thing I have heard for decades is that no one understands. My first true supporter was my husband who "understood" me. He had never heard of psoriasis, but...Reactions0reactionsComments13 repliesAwarenessCaregiving
What is one thing you would like others to know about psoriasis?...I will go first. We are not contagious. It is the 21st century and people still believe they can "catch it". You can't get it from kissing, sipping my drink...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesAwareness
Is there a quote that inspires you? Please share....I have a few, but this is one of my favorites. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Do you have something that you say that motivates...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesMental HealthCoping
Are you worthy?...I got this disease at the age of 5. (1963) I had severe psoriasis my whole life. Can you imagine the emotional trauma I had to endure over the years?...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesAwarenessCoping
What do you used on your legs for hair removal?...February 14th is not only Valentine's Day, but it was also my 27th wedding anniversary. I was going out that night and wanted to look my best. I decided to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
Has anyone stop taking a biologic and went with a more holistic approach?...I attended a support group meeting recently where someone did this. According to them, the results were amazing. She did give up so much to do this and is 100%...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesTreatment
Obesity and Psoriasis...My entire life, I have been considered to medical professional standards "obese". As a kid, I remember our family switching from whole milk to 2%. My Mom told us the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Will My Psoriasis Ever Get Better On Its Own?...When you’re first diagnosed with psoriasis you may wonder if the condition can ever get better by itself or whether you’ll have to use treatments for the rest of your...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Obesity and Psoriasis ...Obesity can make psoriasis management difficult. Do you have obesity as a comorbidity to your psoriasis? How does it impact your experience managing psoriasis? How do you address your obesity?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesComorbiditiesStigmaTips & Advice
Ugh, Peeled Off Psoriasis Scales Again...I’m sure this topic has come up several times over the years but I have been living with psoriasis for 60 years and for me, it never gets old. Recently...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Remission? For How Long?...In my journey, I didn't know what remission meant when talking about psoriasis, let alone how long it was supposed to last. Now I know more about psoriasis remission and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Trying Different Treatments On My Psoriasis...I wasn’t going to write about this because it is somewhat embarrassing, but for me, I do feel that as someone who wants to help people, I have to tell...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Supporting Kids Living With Psoriasis...I was first diagnosed with psoriasis over 17 years ago. It's been a long journey and we have gotten to know each other really well along the road. There was...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Stick With Your Psoriasis Treatment Plan - Even If It's Frustrating...Being diagnosed with psoriasis can turn your world upside down. It may seem like your life is less than what it was before you were told and you may feel...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Do Your Hands and Arms Flake?...Do you worry about making food? Psoriasis can be hard to control, but for people who cook, it can create a lot of trouble. The redness, cracking, peeling, and flaking...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Having Psoriasis In The Winter Months...If you are living with psoriasis like me, you know that it tends to be worse during the winter months. I have been managing psoriasis for decades and have learned...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
