FeaturedSafe Spaces to Learn: Biologics ...We know how valuable learning is to our community. We have lots of great information in our articles, but we also want you to learn from each other! This is...reactions4repliesTips & AdviceBiologics
Water Kefir As An Alternative Psoriasis Treatment...Kefir is a fermented drink with some health benefits and has been used across cultures and communities. The kefir grains that create these cultured drinks are made with yeasts, bacteria...reactionscomments
Wine for Psoriases?...I've heard wine is bad for psoriases. How about if I got a specialty wine fermented from cucumbers or something like that? Still no good?...reactions1reply
Nervous about Biologicals...Hi. I would like to begin biologicals but I'm nervous about the side effects. Do these side effects last even once you stop taking it? And do I have to...reactions1reply
Nails question...I've had plaque psoriasis for a few decades but have been lucky in not having nail issues that many have described in this community. Lately though, I've been noticing some...reactions3replies
Hair Dye and Scalp Psoriasis: My Experience...Changes aren't always easy, but lately, I've been feeling like I need to do something to upgrade how I look and how I feel about myself. An easy decision would...reactionscomments
Is Your Psoriasis Getting Worse And Better At The Same Time?...It may sound odd, but I think my latest psoriasis flare is getting better and worse simultaneously. I’m noticing new patches forming in some places, whereas other lesions in other...reactions4comments
FeaturedDid anyone tried 297 nanometer LED lamps...Did anyone tried 297 nanometer LED lamps?...reactionsreplies
Different Types of Light Therapy for Psoriasis Treatment...Light therapy (also called phototherapy) uses artificial light waves to treat psoriasis. Studies show that 2 out of 3 people have significant improvement in their psoriasis with phototherapy. Several types...reactionscomments
Curse of my father...It’s hereditary I can’t stand it I have been dealing with it for a very long time around 12 when I remember it started to progress or maybe first came...reactions3comments
“Tapping” Technique for The Emotional Toll of Psoriasis...Life is stressful. Psoriasis is stressful. Life with psoriasis? Super stressful. This condition takes up almost every waking thought—worries about treatment, skin clearance - and, of course, the stares. Stress...reactionscomments
Does Taking a Long Shower Affect Your Psoriasis?...I always shower each morning before heading out the door to work or seeing friends and family. It freshens me up and makes me feel ready to start the day...reactions5comments
A Day In The Life: Managing Psoriasis Triggers...We know that psoriasis is an autoimmune condition. When living with an autoimmune condition, it's important to be mindful of what may turn our immune system against us - in...reactions1comment
FeaturedSkyrizi side-effect: infernal itch ?...I started Skyrizi early in 2022. It cleared my psoriasis quickly and completely. Ten months later I developed severely itchy skin on my upper body: arms, shoulders, chest and inner...reactions2replies
Real Patients Share: Psoriasis Treatment Can Be Overwhelming!...Plaque psoriasis is a largely misunderstood condition. Many people do not know what an outbreak looks like or even that the condition is not contagious. Within the community of people...reactions8comments
My Top 3 Biologic Injection Tips...When I first started biologic medication to control my rampant inflammation, I was so frightened. If you join any sort of chronic illness community, you’ll hear plenty of good and...reactions1comment
Five Reasons I’m Grateful with Psoriasis...Gratitude is good for the soul, as the saying goes. But psoriasis is about the hardest thing I’ve gone through in life. How can I be thankful for any part...reactions1comment
Life As a Gay Man with Psoriasis...I live as a gay man and also suffer from psoriasis. I don't feel accepted in the LGTBQIA+ community - it seems everone everyone thinks it's contiguous. So many people...reactions4comments
Community Views: The First Dermatologist Appointment...Psoriasis affects about 7.5 million people in the United States. The condition causes red, scaly rashes on the skin that can be painful. For this reason, health experts advise people...reactionscomments
