Making Space for Brain Fog...With psoriasis, and for that matter, any autoimmune condition there really is so little that is within our control. Often just as we have it figured out, something changes and...reactionscomments
Taking Your Psoriasis on Holiday...My last holiday was in a static caravan 3 hours away from my house. It was neither enjoyable and I will not be returning. These kinds of places are not...reactionscomments
Lashing Out at Psoriasis...The one thing that burns more than my skin is my anger. When I am in physical pain due to tight, cracked, dry skin it translates to mental and emotional...reactionscomments
Are You Flaring?...Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis have been a part of my life ever since I can remember. I remember my father asking me years ago did anyone ever find out what...reactionscomments
What I've Learned: Reflecting on Life with Psoriasis...What truly matters is how you see yourself. The version of you that is the truest form is how you reflect back at yourself. It is something that stems from...reactions2comments
Pso Peaceful...Over the years many, many people have asked me the question: How are you so at peace with your skin? How do you handle having psoriasis so well? Don’t you...reactionscomments
The Mental Health Challenges of Living with Psoriasis...Did you know that psoriasis sufferers experiencing lower levels of worry clear faster during PUVA treatment? The authors of the study conclude that people living with high levels of worry...reactions4comments
Trying Anything to Cure Psoriasis...Having psoriasis is one of the hardest diseases to cope with. The ugly patches, the itching and the bleeding that goes along with it can make you almost tempted to...reactions2comments
What Foundations Are Doing for Psoriasis Patients...Foundations are a great place to seek support, confidence, and companionship of other people dealing with different diseases. You'll find organizations out there on the internet just by searching around...reactionscomments
Clothing for Psoriasis?...Hi everyone. I am in search of 100% organic cotton clothing. I am in Northeast New Jersey. Does anyone know where a person would purchase such clothing? I have a...reactions1reply
Staying Active With Severe Psoriasis...We have all heard the saying "Use it or lose it." I was covered over 80 percent of my body in scales over half of my life. It hurt to...reactionscomments
Getting Involved in Your Local Psoriasis Community...It never ceases to amaze me that somehow in today’s day and age there are still people that do not know what psoriasis is. For us, it is such a...reactionscomments
Let's Talk! Sex, Intimacy, and Psoriasis...We know that romantic relationships and intimacy have a very real impact on emotional health. Share your story in our easy and anonymous polls, and raise your voice about what...reactionscomments
Seeing Doctors about Psoriasis...Like many, I hate to see doctors. Having psoriasis means it is a given that you must see doctors all the time. Talk to most anyone with psoriasis about their...reactionscomments
How to Avoid Being Ill...Do you ever wake up happy, only to look in the mirror and feel the slow-mo realization that this morning, you have woken up with a lot more psoriasis spots...reactionscomments
Abdominal Adhesions...I don’t know if others have considered this a symptom but thought it’s worth mentioning... My first surgery was a C-section in 1975. Since then, every surgeon that has operated...reactionscomments
The Burden of Psoriasis in Women...Studies show that the challenges of having psoriasis are greater for women than they are for men. This is partly because women experience more stigma, negative emotions, and social impact...reactionscomments
Loaning My Body to Science Part 2: New Oral Treatment Study...In my last article, I described my experience of going to the National Institutes of Health near Washington, DC to participate in an ongoing comorbidities study on cardiovascular and metabolic...reactions1comment
10 Things You Should Know About Autoimmune Disease...I started the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis at the age of 25. I didn’t get a proper diagnosis until 25 years later. I knew something was wrong with me, but I...reactions5comments