Living with psoriasis often feels isolating. People like us, who battle this condition daily, may feel different, unattractive, and even misunderstood. Social media doesn’t always help—endless posts of people flaunting their flawless skin can deepen those feelings. But amidst this, a powerful movement emerged in 2016 on Instagram under the hashtag #getyourskinout. This movement’s goal […]
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Psoriatic arthritis (PsA)—two words that might sound foreign, complicated, and challenging to pronounce. For most people, PsA is a mystery, overshadowed by its counterpart, psoriasis. Successful therapy often starts with identifying early symptoms, but detecting PsA is not always straightforward. In my journey, psoriasis took center stage before PsA came into play. Early Years with
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There have been countless times when friends tried to comfort me through challenging times, saying things like, “God doesn’t give you more than you can handle.” But unless someone has walked a mile in my shoes, it’s hard to truly understand what I’ve been through. I’ve had psoriasis for 56 years. It’s not just a
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Living with psoriasis is tough enough, but when it extends into psoriatic arthritis, the pain and challenges amplify. Psoriasis is often recognized by red, dry patches with gray flakes appearing across the skin. These patches can extend deep into the joints, causing a painful form of arthritis known as psoriatic arthritis (PsA). While PsA typically
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Dealing with psoriasis comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to staying active. The visible flakes, scales, and plaques can make exercising feel uncomfortable and might leave you self-conscious. But even on those low days, there are plenty of reasons to exercise—it’s one of the best tools for managing symptoms and
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Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that causes scaling and inflammation of the skin as the immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissue. This chronic skin disease often appears on areas like the knees, elbows, scalp, legs, and lower back. Managing psoriasis effectively requires choosing between two main treatment approaches: conventional (medical) and natural (holistic). Each
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The doctor-patient relationship is one of the most complex social dynamics due to the intricate nature of healthcare. Establishing mutual trust between both parties is vital for effective treatment outcomes. As patients, we often struggle to communicate everything to our doctors, making it essential for doctors to develop a deep understanding of both verbal and
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