What are your experiences with Otezla?...I've done light therapy, various creams, shampoos, and ointments. The only thing that helped was Clobetasol foam. My doctor put me on 2 starter packs of Otezla while waiting for...reactions3repliesTreatment
Does Anyone Have a Tattoo?...I've always wanted a tattoo, but I'm afraid to spend that much money and then my psoriasis destroys it. Does anyone have a tattoo? What did you do to prepare...reactions26replies
Oh My! Scalp Psoriasis..."We have to shave your head!" These are the first words I can remember hearing at age 5 years when I was put in quarantine for my psoriasis. The psoriasis...reactions8comments
Flaring Emotions & Psoriasis...A few years ago, my friend's Mom was due for a major back operation. Three weeks before her operation, her husband sadly passed away. Her specialist's simply said that it...reactions5comments
Psoriasis, Kombucha and Kefir...When researching psoriasis and diet online, it doesn't take long to come across the leaky gut hypothesis and the importance of maintaining healthy gut flora. I can't disagree with the...reactionscomments
Don’t Get Pushed Into Cancer Genetic Testing Because of Psoriasis...This summer, my mom received a rare breast cancer diagnosis. Everything started to fly by at a rapid pace. The blur started the minute she went in for imaging, to...reactionscomments
My Mental Health and Psoriasis...Psoriasis is a chronic disease that can have an intense effect. It affects health and psychological outcome. Living with this visible disease can be very stressful and extremely exhausting. Those...reactionscomments
Has anyone had a psoriasis outbreak within a small period of time?...I’ve had psoriasis for 40 years, mostly on elbows, knees and a little on the knuckles until a few weeks ago. I now have a large amount on the upper...reactions3replies
Four Things I'm Changing In My Psoriasis Skincare...I had a moment of clarity this week. I discovered an app called Think Dirty. The app educates users on potential toxins in household, personal care, and beauty products. It's...reactions1comment
Psoriasis and Swimming: Don't Let Stares Put You Off...Swimming is one of the best ways to exercise. Doing full lengths of the pool helps to perform all muscles in your body. Whether it’s that you want to do...reactionscomments
The Importance of Explaining Psoriasis to Children...With years of explaining and researching psoriasis, I am equipped and ready for most questions a curious adult would ask me about the condition. When faced with a curious toddler...reactions1comment
Anyone on Methotrexate?...I've had psoriasis for 1 1/2 years and now I am getting severe joint pain in almost all joints. My insurance denied cosentyx and wants me to try methotrexate. From...reactions2replies
Psoriasis Resolutions: A New Year and a New Improved Me...New Year. For those of us who are blessed enough to be in a good space, let's take it in. It is also good to be reminded that this time...reactionscomments
Surviving Psoriasis Throughout The Winter Months...The days have gotten shorter and the weather has gotten colder. We are inside our comfortable homes feeling pleasantly warm. This may sound like a winter wonderland but when our...reactionscomments
Did Getting Sunburn Trigger my Psoriasis?...Psoriasis has many triggers. Stress is the most well-known thing that can cause a flare. But what about something else? How about sunburn? It is also well-known that areas of...reactions3comments
Maintaining Bacterial Health for Facial Psoriasis...The obsession with leaky gut and the importance of good bacteria has been popular for a good many years. The discussion has been constant among those of us with chronic...reactionscomments
Can Psoriasis in the Ears Lead to Tinnitus?...I've been coping with psoriasis in my ears since I was in high school. Nothing seems to help it as much as Clobetasol foam. My dermatologist took me off that...reactions1reply
The Best Soaps For Your Psoriasis...We all use some type of soap on our skin (I hope) but if you have psoriasis, are you using the right type of soap? It may seem like an...reactionscomments
Psoriasis And Shedding Skin: What Can Be Done?...Psoriasis is a troublesome condition. It causes breakouts of red, angry lesions or plaques that can you make scratch and feel depressed. There are many issues with managing this condition...reactionscomments
Is It Eczema or Psoriasis?...I have had psoriasis for over 55 years. Three of my grandkids developed eczema as little ones. They were all tested and confirmed it was eczema. How did the doctors...reactionscomments
