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Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

What is your number one diet or exercise plan you follow to help your psoriasis?

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Bobbi
Bobbi - Thanks Clint. I have started using lemon on my legs and torso since reading it here
Linda
Linda - Is lemon juice (from bottle) as effective a lemon itself??
Clint
Clint - Not as well as natural
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Have you used a tanning bed for your psoriasis? What was your experience?

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Beth
Beth - I have tried almost everything including tanning beds ... found a combo of moderate tanning whil... More »
Terri
Terri - I never thought of shea butter at the tanning bed, if anything it should help get some of that oi... More »
Michelle
Michelle - I found that Shea Butter is soft on my P, but I don't use it anymore.
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Have you ever had psoriasis on the bottom of your feet? What helps?

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Justin
Justin - Try plain, clear coconut oil which heats up and turns smooth WITH BODY HEAT. You can purchase it... More »
Rose
Rose - Thanks Justin...will try this.
Ellen
Ellen - I don't know if its the weather , as winter is slowly creeping in here in SA , or I am subconscio... More »
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Which psoriasis symptom would you most like to resolve? Flake? Itch? Redness? Burn? Joint pain? Something else? - Why?

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Angie
Angie - I would eliminate the painful itching, so I could sleep. Also since I have it on my feet and hand... More »
gk
gk - itch
Linda Anne
Linda Anne - The itching drives me crazy sometimes, so wish that would cease.
Flaym
...feeling frustrated Flaym @flaym

Do you feel that you have enough knowledge of psoriasis as a condition to manage it effectively?
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Susan
Susan - Yup Ruben... A PDF.
Ruben
Ruben - Strange, shouldn't be a problem... That's exactly why they created PDF. @Joy do you get an erro... More »
Joy
Joy - I got the message but couldn't open the diet. Have fun
Flaym
...feeling okay Flaym @flaym

Do you have an everyday routine for your psoriasis? If so, what?

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Andy
Andy - I will give it a try, I am doing quite well with what I am using at the moment but it’s good to k... More »
Justin
Justin - Psoriasis will never go away, it just gets better when there is vitamin d from the sun. I sugges... More »
john, DARTS VADER
john, DARTS VADER - It wont go away you are right Justin but, one can make improvements even small ones over time , p... More »
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Is there a type of psoriasis treatment you would like to try but have not been able to? Why?

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Justin
Justin - I suggest use Coconut oil ANYTIME. You can smear it on your body, face, you can cook with it EV... More »
john, DARTS VADER
john, DARTS VADER - Face is okay for me, body no, just makes it sore, i know some are happy with it on the body :)
Justin
Justin - Coconut Oil....................
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

What do you wish you’d known about living with psoriasis when you were first diagnosed?
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Zoei
Zoei - Thank you ladies. Your words of encouragement mean alot x
Cheryl
Cheryl - My worst spot is in my right ear. Itching, scaling and some loss of hearing. Ugh!!!
john, DARTS VADER
john, DARTS VADER - I been called many things Susan but not beautiful, even with my darkside? thank you Susan, :)
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Do you have confidence in the abilities of your doctor or derm to treat psoriasis? If not - why?

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Susan
Susan - Shawn I agree. Maybe not the only cause but a big one. Not even sure if we can buy roundup anym... More »
Julie
Julie - I love my Rheumatologist. He retired and I had to see another one for a year, then he came back p... More »
Irene
Irene - Just like John,darts vader I agree the Dermatologist can’t help us. So the next thing is to eat h... More »
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

How do you deal with the pain and itching at night? What works best for you?
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Ruben
Ruben - Hey Joy, sorry, can't put any brand names down here. But actually, if possible, I would harvest t... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Ruben, you are able to discuss brand names of over the counter products, just not prescription me... More »
Ruben
Ruben - Aaaaahhh, didn't know that. Uno momento! Cruydhof Aloe Pura Organic Aloe Vera Gel - 200 ml bodyg... More »
Flaym
...feeling frustrated Flaym @flaym

Which body area affected by psoriasis impacts your life the most? Why?
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Wilna
Wilna - My hands its iching, irritating and visible
Carlos
Carlos - Knees, hips and back. They swell and hurt so bad I can barely move without taking nasaids all day... More »
Thea
Thea - Under my breasts
Flaym
...feeling excited Flaym @flaym

When starting a new treatment would you be interested in having a dedicated "buddy" (experienced patient) who can support?
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Sarah
Sarah - Hey Nermin, please do share your post in our community language of English! That way we can all e... More »
Michelle
Michelle - Hey Nermin, for all you know there might be a lot of people with Psoriasis in Bosnia. Maybe you s... More »
Thea
Thea - Yes
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Do you experience joint pains? What helps?
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Jenny
Jenny - Geraldine that sucks. Seems your meds don't help. Its awful to Bevin constant pain. I feel for you.
Marie
Marie - Yes but just thought it was part of getting older lol
Lorna Penner
Lorna Penner - I control my joint pains with a smoothie of strawberrys & pineapple--every morning. 8 oz glass.
Flaym
...feeling okay Flaym @flaym

Would you try biologics if they were made instantly available at a cost you could easily afford? If not - why?
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Alexandra
Alexandra - I definitely would x
Thea
Thea - Nope
Victor
Victor - I see a lot of posts about biologic's "causing" this illness or that infection which I find a bit... More »
Flaym
...feeling excited Flaym @flaym

In what ways have you tried to simplify your life and decrease stress? Does it work?
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carol
carol - I have just recently realized that stress is probably at least part of my problem and my stress c... More »
Brownie
Brownie - I agree with carol. I seem to have little control over the stress. But I don't take anything fo... More »
Michelle
Michelle - I try to be in the moment as often as I can. I find it very helpful with enjoying what is right i... More »
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Would you take a prescribed pill every day to avoid flare-ups? Even when you don’t have any symptoms?
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eugene
eugene - I take some 30 pills daily, for asthma. epilepsy, depression, diabetes and also some cream becaus... More »
eugene
eugene - Ill health was what led to my depression mainly eczema and uricaria later followed by asthma!
Eva
Eva - I would do almost ANYTHING to get rid of this S****T!!!!
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Has living with psoriasis brought anything positive to your life? If so, what?
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Karen
Karen - Not really
Judi
Judi - The only positive thing I can think of is finding this site and meeting people and realizing that... More »
Robbie
Deleted account - It’s made me more humble and compassionate to other people’s suffering
Flaym
...feeling okay Flaym @flaym

Do you think having psoriasis has affected your work life? How?
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Bev
Bev - Shame Alison I hope you do find another more suitable job
JThegg
JThegg - Every way. People judge you on how you look. It's so important to have clear skin because you are... More »
Judi
Judi - Some days I am unable to walk because of the pain...
Flaym
...feeling excited Flaym @flaym

Do you tell other people you have psoriasis? How do you discuss it?
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Sarah
Sarah - Haha good point, George! Never thought of the money saving angle! Might be offset by what we spen... More »
George
George - That's very true Sarah! haha xD how could I forget about all them god damn CREAMS!
Judi
Judi - I only discuss it if someone asks about it...
Flaym
...feeling hopeful Flaym @flaym

Name one change to improve psoriasis care…
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Bonnie
Bonnie - I use HEMP CBD oil plant nutrition drops orally and topically to keep the psoriasis on my face fr... More »
Fatma
Fatma - I’d say a healthier diet has been helpful.
Judi
Judi - A healthier diet...lots of green vegetables...no gluten...no dairy, except hard cheeses, kefir an... More »
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