Rachel

Rachel @rachwl

Teignmouth, UK

Im 22 years old, I have mild aspergers syndrome. I love to treated like everyone else either though sometimes I may act differently to others. Im very sensitive. I study photography degree at Exeter Uni. I suffered from psoriasis from the age of 16

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Rachel
...feeling okay Rachel @rachwl

Hi everyone I thought id check in and say whats happening. Basically ive had a small flare up but im seeing a demoltoligist on my birthday to discuss another treatment.

Peter
Peter - i hope you get something to help
Rachel
...feeling happy Rachel @rachwl

For those I asked about eye floaters Ive been for a check up and my eyes are really healthy

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Rachel
Rachel - Yeah I still have them very small but harmless
john,Flakes to beam up
john,Flakes to beam up - Okay, well its good your eyes are okay, thats something Rachel :)
Clint
Clint - Awesome bright lights๐Ÿ˜
Rachel
...feeling hopeful Rachel @rachwl

Hi everyone this isn't a psoriasis question but does anyone get floats in their eyes? Tell me your experience. I'm abroad and my skin is getting a lot better but other things are happening to me

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Kathryn
Kathryn - Yes ive got lots of those crazy little sqiggly annoying floaters. There a pain. Im not suprised t... More ยป
Jen
Jen - Yes I get them too. Optometrist said its debris floating around. Cant remember what from....arter... More ยป
Rachel
Rachel - Thanks everyone. I have health anxiety because of my psoriasis which by the way is getting much b... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling hopeful Rachel @rachwl

I live in South Devon UK and are on the look out for people to meet up with

Ats
Ats - You are so lucky
john,Flakes to beam up
john,Flakes to beam up - Theres a lot of flakers near me but none comment on here etc so, theres no chance a flake united ... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling hopeful Rachel @rachwl

I'm 90 percent clear but my lower chins aren't improving massively. Has anyone found treatment takes a long time?
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Sarah
Sarah - I have got stubborn areas that have never yet cleared, when other areas have cleared successfully... More ยป
Constantin
Constantin - Hello ;)
Tom
Tom - Well done!
Rachel
...feeling frustrated Rachel @rachwl

How do people deal with self confidence in showing off their psoriasis? I'm on meds but my psoriasis particularly on the legs still looks ugly. I want to love summer but my skin just makes me wish for winter

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Susan
Susan - Rachel no other way, in my opinion, but to do life. Live it! It's really tough without a doubt ... More ยป
Jen
Jen - Very well said Susan I totally agree๐Ÿ‘ it's not always easy but it really does make life easier if... More ยป
Clint
Clint - Epic responses Susan can throw down with the best of them.๐Ÿ˜Ž
Rachel
...feeling afraid Rachel @rachwl

seeing someone today about my skin. Feeling nervous

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Peter
Peter - Great to hear it went well hope it works out
john,Flakes to beam up
john,Flakes to beam up - I wish all the best Rachel,hopefully all will be better by september for you :)
Sarah
Sarah - That's fab Rachel, really pleased you thought it went well. So often these appointments are disap... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling hopeful Rachel @rachwl

meeting someone to look at my skin, discuss ways of helping myself long term. Im happy to say tho my psoriasis is alot better so i feel more happier. I know it may come back as it never goes away for long.

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Clint
Clint - Any improvement is a blessing
Michelle
Michelle - Sounds like a good meeting your attending Rachel! I hope they can provide some good insight! Real... More ยป
Sarah
Sarah - Hi Rachel! Good to see you. For me it has always helped having a short term plan and a long term ... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling hopeful Rachel @rachwl

Been getting my arms out. Been treating my skin. My legs are still kept covered but I'm trying to be positive and not look at your arms too much as one point I thought it looked a bit ugly but pink. How do keep a positive mindset?

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Chris
Chris - Accept , had my legs out as well today #getyourskinout on Instagram they are there in all there p... More ยป
Michelle
Michelle - Hi Rachel. At least you said "it looked a BIT ugly" and not "ITS HORRENDOUS!" That is a start by ... More ยป
Susan
Susan - Rachel I think it's much more than positive. I think it's more about the overall love of ourselv... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling happy Rachel @rachwl

Does anyone find feeling very good and looking forward to something have an affect on your skin? I felt very good today despite incredibly itchy today
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Ruben
Ruben - Same here, me happy -> skin happy :)
Sarah
Sarah - I think when I feel happiest I dwell on my skin less. I don't worry about what it is doing or how... More ยป
Catherine
Catherine - I think when I'm happy or doing something I love I just forget to worry about my skin is don't ... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling hopeful Rachel @rachwl

Trying to find someone to go on a date with for fun and meeting people. Im struggling

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Sarah
Sarah - It can be hard to meet people in real life in the modern world!I guess it is worth thinking about... More ยป
Susan
Susan - Rachel I went on a dating site. LOTS of weirdo's and men wanting one night stands. Not my style... More ยป
john,Flakes to beam up
john,Flakes to beam up - I always found, it happens when you dont look for it, best things come to those that wait i say, :)
Rachel
...feeling okay Rachel @rachwl

OK so steroids are helping to improve my psoriasis on the top half of my body however now I reduce the dosage down day by day and apply [...] oinment to my legs. It itches like mad has anyone had this

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Michelle
Michelle - Are you using the same thing on both your legs and arms Rachel? Happy its improving for you, hope... More ยป
Sarah
Sarah - That's great that the steroids are helping! They helped me too in the past, short term. It's also... More ยป
Clint
Clint - Please try lemon ๐Ÿ‹ read what I wrote
Rachel
...feeling okay Rachel @rachwl

Ive started to have steroid treatment for my psoriasis I feel different after a few days as im less itchy.

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Kevin
Kevin - Doctors gave me steroids for years I found it helped for a couple of weeks but would come back an... More ยป
Rachel
Rachel - Oh ok. Yeah this seems to be common for most people Ive heard were put on steroid medication then... More ยป
Michelle
Michelle - That's great Rachel! Always so nice to find relief. Good for you with the changes you are making... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling okay Rachel @rachwl

Hi All, I live in south west england and trying to find young people like myself who suffer from Psoriasis? Meet up make friends and have a cofee or drink.

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Afikile
Afikile - Ey Michhyyy
Afikile
Afikile - Friends we are Rachel from South Africa
Catherine
Catherine - Hi Rachel .. I'm in England but in the very rainy north west .. hope you find friends locally . I... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling hopeful Rachel @rachwl

Im leaving uni soon. I would like to go on a date with someone to boost my confidence and make me feel proud and beautiful. Dating would be something I want to do but I'm self conscious

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Susan
Susan - Oh Catherine. I sure hope things change for you. Maybe the elimination diet might help. I'm 56... More ยป
Catherine
Catherine - You're right .. I have become far too comfortable bring alone and I don't actually go out these d... More ยป
Catherine
Catherine - I hope things work out with this new guy . He sounds nice and willing to take it slow .. courting... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling okay Rachel @rachwl

Does cold water/ice packs help sooth itching. What does?
Michelle
Michelle - Hi Rachel, I have never used ice pack,but it sounds like it would be soothing when our skin gets ... More ยป
Ruben
Ruben - I love my aloรซ vera gel. It cools and numbs at the same time.
Sarah
Sarah - Yes I find cold water soothing on my scalp! And putting creams in the fridge is really soothing t... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling sad Rachel @rachwl

As well as psoriasis I have depression. I've been told to set aside time for myself eachweek to do something fun. I am at university, work volunteer what does everyone else do?
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Rachel
Rachel - I find crying healthy and lets go of all those bad feelings
George
George - Itโ€™s okay to cry Rachael, itโ€™s also okay to smile, to hope, to believe, to love, this is not life... More ยป
Lindakay1948
Lindakay1948 - I get a lot of Fun from playing and being with my four dogs and when I am looking and feeling rea... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling hopeful Rachel @rachwl

Hey guys. What shall I have for lunch today? And drink Helping reduce inflammation

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john,Flakes to beam up
john,Flakes to beam up - Lots of salad no tomatoes or peppers. and some pear and melon with blueberries to follow, i mix n... More ยป
Rachel
Rachel - Thank you, yes I need more greens in my diet definatly. I feel lighter as well not so tired or fu... More ยป
Michelle
Michelle - Good for you Rachel! If you look at Pinterest or even google Mason Jar Salads; they have a lot of... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling okay Rachel @rachwl

How dold you stop itchiness at night?
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Jayne
Jayne - antihistamines help me
Michelle
Michelle - Hi Rachel, I have used antihistamines as well to get a good nights sleep when my skin was bad. Ap... More ยป
Sarah
Sarah - I find that I just scratch in my sleep if I'm going to itch at night! But I don't do it often, on... More ยป
Rachel
...feeling okay Rachel @rachwl

I have loads of questions but il do them one at a time. To start off with its to do with diet. I'm into drinking smoothies. Any advice on recipes? And how much to drink a day? By the way I'm having counselling for my depression living with psoriasis

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Michelle
Michelle - Good for you getting the counselling Rachel! That is a huge step. It has been so helpful for me a... More ยป
Sarah
Sarah - Hey Rachel, that's awesome, you do what you need to! I love smoothies and juices too. My favourit... More ยป
Rachel
Rachel - Well ive just had strawberry dead orange, blueberries and banana with juice in a smoothie. I like... More ยป
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