It Was A “UTI” Afterall – Trigger of Inverse Psoriasis...What I thought was genital psoriasis from having inverse psoriasis was not that at all. This happened to me and it might happen with many of our fellow psoriasis patients as...reactionscomments
It's Laundry Day!...Psoriasis comes into your life and makes you take a long hard look at everything to do with your skin. What it comes into contact with, and what products you...reactionscomments
Is It Dandruff Or Scalp Psoriasis?...When I was a child in school, I was picked on a lot for having white flakes in my hair. I have always had dark brown hair, almost on the...reactionscomments
Honoring World Psoriasis Day...Each year, millions of people recognize World Psoriasis Day as a way to raise awareness and help support those living with psoriatic diseases, including plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. The...reactionscomments
Living My Life Under A Rock...My first experience with psoriasis occurred when I was 6 years old. It was my first day of school and I wasn’t allowed to attend because they thought I was...reactions3comments
Does Your Psoriasis Bleed?...Years ago, if I had asked myself this question. I would have said no because this only happens when I scratch my skin. I'm having a very severe flare. I...reactions1replyAwarenessCopingSymptoms
Have You Been Treated For Psoriasis, But Find Out It's Something Else?...My friend for years has been treated for psoriasis by a dermatologist. She even had a biopsy done. Now they are saying that she doesn't have psoriasis. Oh, my goodness...reactions2repliesDiagnosisCoping
Is It Nail Psoriasis Or Nail Fungus?...I have had nail psoriasis ever since I can remember, decades now. The first time I went to the doctor for this, they told me I had nail fungus. They...reactions2repliesAwarenessTips & AdviceTreatment
What Is Something You Done Years Ago To Treat Psoriasis That You Can Laugh At Now? ...I can't remember my exact age, but I'm guessing around 17 or 18. I always had very severe psoriasis, between 70 to 80% covered. I have very dark skin, but...reactions3repliesCopingFlare-upTreatment
Was Your Psoriasis Caused By Trauma?...I have heard people say that they didn't come upon having PsO until something tragic happened in their lives. It could be mental or something such as strep throat, or...reactions5repliesAwarenessFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Is There Such Thing As Remission?...I'm sure there is, but after having PsO for 60 years, I have never been in remission. NEVER!!! I have been 80% clear, but never 100%. So, we would like...reactions26repliesCopingAwareness
When Your Doctor Wants You To Share Your Experience...I remember getting ready to leave my doctor's office one day. He came out of the room while leaving his patient in the room. He asked me if would I...reactionsrepliesHealthcare Team
Titanium And Psoriais...I read a story about this years ago that people could break out with psoriasis after getting any sort of titanium implant. I'm talking about implants for your teeth, knees...reactionsrepliesAssistive DevicesCoping
Stinky Inverse Psoriasis...I had a really bad case of inverse psoriasis recently. I have had it in the past, but this one was yucky. Not to be too gross, but I had...reactionsrepliesTips & AdviceSymptomsTreatment
How Often Do You Engage With Educational Studies For Psoriasis?...I have been engaging in research studies for PsO since the beginning of time. Been doing clinical trials and studies over the past 2 decades. I even participated in one...reactions2replies
Have You Had To Quit A Treatment That Was Working Because Of Side Effects?...I am having the worst psoriasis flare ever. I was put on a new medication, but within 5 to 6 weeks, I started having side effects. My doctor did several...reactionsrepliesHealthcare TeamCopingSide Effects
Working with Psoriasis...As of late I feel like I have been sidelined by my health when it comes to work. First, I left a highly stressful job in February. The stress was...reactions1comment
Why You Shouldn't Blame Yourself For Your Psoriasis...Being diagnosed and learning to live with a condition like psoriasis can be very difficult. It can make you subdued, depressed and upset. You may, initially, blame yourself for the...reactions1comment
What Piece Of Advice Do You Wish People Would Stop Giving You?...I have several, but I will give you a few that drive me crazy. #1 - My cousin has that dry skin too. Just put some lotion on it. #2...reactions2repliesTips & AdviceStigma
You Can't Make This Stuff Up...I just learned that in some states it is against the law to get a tattoo if you have psoriasis. You can't get a tattoo if you have any kind...reactions4repliesTreatmentCoping
