The state of psoriasis research (or what's up?)...I was wondering if there are any viruses, bacteria, fungi, any members of the microbe world the could be the hidden causes of this #@$%##!!! Here's what I found so...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesBiologicsTriggers
FeaturedDoes psoriasis affect your social life? ...Psoriasis can often be a very visible condition, usually leading to stigma and discomfort among patients in social settings. This is a space to talk about how psoriasis affects our...Reactions0reactionsComments21 replies
Psoriasis and Socializing...Let me get one thing clear. Have I ever avoided a social situation because of a bad psoriasis flare? Yes, I have. But having been through some of the worst...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Do You Decide What Biologic To Start?...This question was asked of me recently. What biologic do you want to go on now? My doctors have asked me this before. I am on biologic number 9. Shouldn't...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesBiologicsCoping
How Long Does It Take For Methtraxate To Start Working?...I know this is a loaded question and I know we are all different. This is a drug I have been using on and off for the past 20-plus-odd years...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesCopingFlare-upSymptoms
Have You Ever Had A Heat Therapy Wax Bath?...Number one, I have never heard of this before. But, it does seem like something that could help us with pain. I'm not sure if this is an overall body...Reactions0reactionsComments16 repliesTips & Advice
Are You New To Psoriasis?...There are 125 million people worldwide who at some point are new to psoriasis, and we are one of them. I was diagnosed with psoriasis for the first time in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Baby It's Cold Outside! My Skin Moisturizing Faves For The Season...Living in the northeast in all its beauty can get pretty rough come the change of seasons. While the leaves are turning, and the wind chill factors are dropping, my skin...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
FeaturedWhat do you suggest for the holiday meals?...If you have found that your psoriasis is better because you eliminated certain foods from your diet, what do you do when you go to eat at other places during...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiet & Nutrition
FeaturedHow does management for psoriasis change with the seasons? ...Psoriasis is often affected by our environment. Our skin often changes with the changing seasons. There are so many ways that it can change, but we want to know how...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Cooler Weather Changes Skin Routines...Fall is arriving and soon the weather will be effecting my skin here! Today, I look out over my driveway and can see the neighborhood and the leaves are starting to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is the Difference Between Eczema, Psoriasis, and Rosacea?...Eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea are 3 of the most common skin conditions. While it is easy to confuse them, each condition is distinct. All 3 can lead to skin that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dressing With Confidence and Style With Psoriasis...I am 65 1/2 years old now, 80% covered in psoriasis and I look good. Years ago I wouldn’t have shown an itch of my skin with flakes on it...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Scalp psoriasis advice?...I've been battling the itchy scalp and dandruff for about 20 years. (I'm 66 now.) In the last 50 to 10 years, I've developed plaques. In addition to all that...Reactions0reactionsComments26 repliesCopingItchingScalp Psoriasis
Psoriasis Management and Wedding Planning...Planning a wedding is a joyful yet challenging endeavor that requires meticulous attention to detail, countless decisions, and unwavering patience. However, for individuals living with psoriasis, the process can be...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Punch Biospy...Do you know what a punch biopsy is? I'm sure most of you do. It's something they do to diagnose our psoriasis. Many people only need to get one of...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTreatmentAwarenessCoping
How Many Different Psoriasis Can You Have At Once?...A few years ago, my body went haywire. I had erythrodermic, inverse, plaque, and guttate, all in one week. It was like looking at a horror movie. Of course, I...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesSymptomsFlare-upAwareness
Have You Tried Clinical Trials for Psoriasis?...I had the honor of being on a panel recently for clinical trials for psoriasis. I have been in several studies for this over the years. This group wanted to...Reactions0reactionsComments30 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
FeaturedIs everything that a doctor tells you true? ...I remember years and years ago, having psoriasis in my nose. It was very painful and uncomfortable. I told my doctor this. He firmly said, "You can't get psoriasis in...Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
How Important Is It To Know Other People Living With Psoriasis?...Everyone gets their support in different ways when they have psoriasis. Some may get it from friends, who may or may not have psoriasis, while others may be able to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
