Prepping Psoriasis for Party Season...I don't know about you, but the words "party" and "little black dress" fill me with anxiety and feelings of dread. Oh no, what will I wear? As a huge...reactionscomments
The Benefits of a Body Scrub...A body scrub is a skincare product that the main function is to remove dead skin cells through exfoliation. But it has other benefits to your skin as well. Because...reactionscomments
Is It Dangerous to Have a Pet Fish If You Have Psoriasis?...My wife joined a running club recently, and one of the leaders was talking about infusions she had that day. Since my wife is surrounded by immune diseases in her...reactionscomments
Are You New to Psoriasis? Let’s Break It Down...For over 55 years, I have had psoriasis. I might have a little knowledge about this disease. Psoriasis is a term often misused as a skin condition, but as we...reactionscomments
Has Anyone Found Helpful Products for Scalp Psoriasis?...There are so many products available for scalp psoriasis that it can sometimes feel overwhelming trying to decide which ones are worth buying. If anyone has seen positive results from...reactionsreplies
Filing for Disability Because of Psoriasis Doesn’t Make You a Failure...When it comes to filing for disability benefits, there are a lot of moving parts. Firstly, there is the stigma and judgment about applying for disability to contend with. I’ve...reactionscomments
Psoriasis Comorbidities: The More You Know the More You Stress...You know how NBC has those public service announcements called “The More You Know?” The ad flies across the screen like a comet and the segments are meant to make...reactionscomments
Psoriasis in the Armpits...“Hello darkness my old friend,” is the song I imagine my armpit psoriasis would sing if they could sing. We talk a lot about psoriasis on the elbows, knees, and...reactionscomments
The Woes of Winter With Psoriasis...In an effort to begin on a positive note, I feel that I must state my love for freshly fallen snow and hot chocolate, Christmas trees, outdoor holiday markets, and...reactionscomments
What My Veteran Husband Taught Me...Most of you have heard the stories of my early days of dating my husband. The story usually covers my concerns about telling him about having severe psoriasis and how...reactions2comments
Could Meditating Make Phototherapy More Effective?...Picture this: I’m cozied up in bed, reading a book about mindfulness meditation when I come across a passage. It was about a research study that those with psoriasis who...reactions4comments
Journey in the Gym...A little while ago I wrote about my journey in the gym. I was starting completely new and working through everything that came with it. It has been an interesting...reactions1comment
This Will Probably Be the End...Well, I have had psoriasis for about 30 years. I am 45 now. I have had it just on my elbow for about 10 years but then it started to...reactions2comments
3 Simple and Refreshing Scalp Scrubs...When my scalp psoriasis is in full flare, I find myself desperate to try anything for a resolution. Oils, creams, masks. You name it and I’ve probably tried it. With...reactions2comments
Giving Psoriasis a Voice (And a Laugh)...This year I was blown away and honored to be one of the top finalists for the Wego Health Awards. I have been lucky to be nominated for the past...reactionscomments
A Decade of Psoriasis Wisdom in 600 Words...Over the years I’ve collected advice from thousands of fellow psoriasis sufferers. While some trends come and go, there are always tips that stick – supplements, food, lotions, etc. While...reactions1comment
How to Prepare for a Flare-Free Autumn...Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of year. There's a bush near my house whose leaves turn such an arresting shade of red. I pull over almost every...reactionscomments
Steroid Topicals for Psoriasis...Topical ointments are the first line of defense doctors want to use when it comes to treating psoriasis. If your psoriasis starts in a small patch, then topical ointment is...reactionscomments
Why I Choose to Positively Speak About Medication Online...One of the reasons I got into patient advocacy was to help stop the flow of bad information. Some days, it feels futile. For every positive story about using medicine...reactions4comments
The DIY Psoriasis Treatment: Body Scrubs...Essentially, a body scrub is a skincare product that mainly functions to remove dead skin cells through exfoliation. But it has other benefits to your skin as well. Exfoliating soaps...reactions3comments