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...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

Psoriasis and Obesity: Obesity
Researchers have known for some time that people with psoriatic disease are more likely to be obese than the normal population.

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Alexander Bruce - I think part of the reason maybe that those with psoriasis may not fell comfortable doing exercis... More »

14 Feb 22:40

Sheila Harris - Not true. I’m not obese suffered all my life inherited it from my aunt.

16 Feb 00:29

john,Hulk - Hello Sheila, I am not obese either and i am a lifer too with many problems but i am okay, I thin... More »

16 Feb 02:07

...feeling frustrated Rosie @roskw

03 Feb 13:32

Hi guys,
Does anybody know any specific foods that are great for psoriasis and really bad for psoriasis?

I’m looking into it and it feels like everything I’m eating is wrong. Like tomatoes and kidney beans.

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Michelle - Hi Claire, I just take a teaspoon turmeric powder and mix it with my water. not a heaped spoon th... More »

07 Feb 10:49

ELIZABETH - I am stubborn and no restriction for all food but but but again flare up P darn , hahaha I enjoy ... More »

09 Feb 14:55

Alexander Bruce - Hi Rosie I was advised to avoid foods containing citric acid like oranges but I just eat what I f... More »

16 Feb 14:32

...feeling hopeful Chetan @chetan

28 Jan 04:49

I have been suffering from scalp psoriasis since last 2-3 months.
I have started Indian (Ayurveda) medicines along with strict diet control and exercise (sweating myself). My flares are gone to the extent of 90% in one week now.

ELIZABETH - I am glad to hear that @happy for u :)

09 Feb 14:48

GaryG - what medicine Chetan?

11 Feb 22:17

...feeling frustrated Ewa @Brie

19 Jan 00:43

Hi fellow riders on the crazy psoriasis trainwreck. What are you best experiences with treatments? I ve been doing tons of stuff, but I recently had to take antibiotics and my p just hit me like puberty, unprepared and desperate. HELP♥️

Michelle - Hi Ewa. Oh we all know that feeling. too terrible especially when you flare up. I know I always ... More »

27 Jan 11:36

john,Hulk - Hello Ewa, Yes my skin went nuts on antibiotics, I was on them for 4 months and they didnt do any... More »

15 Feb 10:14

...feeling alone Jackie @jackie88

18 Jan 21:58

Today is a better day. Yesterday it seemed all my conditions converged on me and it was horrible pain day. I read alot of the posts and it did help somewhat to know that there are others that know how frustrating it is to feel this way. Thank you all

...feeling frustrated Joy @joy697

18 Jan 00:07

I cannot get a grip on my feet. They got aggravated at a pebbly beach in May and I have not had one day of relief. Cracked heals, arches and toes ug

Claire - Hey Joy, my p really affects my feet at times, and it can make walking really uncomfortable. Have... More »

05 Feb 22:11

...feeling happy ELIZABETH @queenelle66

17 Jan 09:08

Acceptance is also a healing , love and be loved , :)

...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

13 Jan 13:21

I have noticed that whenever I get a flare from being sick or very stressed, it usually disappears just as quick as it appeared? Well disappears within 2 months. Anyone else the same?

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Ewa - Yes, exactly. I know it very well. Most recently now.

19 Jan 00:11

Ann - my psoriasis is getting worse always does in the winter

28 Jan 22:45

john,Hulk - Mine too, I take so many vit pills , attle when i walk but its good for health :)

29 Jan 13:27

...feeling frustrated Croquetmike @croquetmike

12 Jan 14:07

I wonder if anyone else is in a similar position to me.
Psoriasis only started last May when I was 73. I wonder why it suddenly started at that age. Now various treatments are having little effect

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Joy - What treatment are u on

18 Jan 09:28

Croquetmike - Enstillar spray for my scalp, Betamethasone valerate clioquinol cream, followed by betnavate oint... More »

19 Jan 08:17

Elaine - Hi Croquetmike, depending on the medications you might be taking, have you tried taking turmeric?... More »

29 Jan 14:42

...feeling afraid Jackie @jackie88

11 Jan 00:41

I am new to all of this. I was diagnosed with psoriasis in May and psoriatic arthritis about October. My bloodwork has been off the charts. my rheumy has said she will send me to a Hematologist. I am a bit freaked. Has this happened to anyone ?

Michelle - Hi Jackie Yes to be diagnosed with Psoriasis can be very alarming for one as we do not know what... More »

13 Jan 08:15

...feeling excited Peter @peter5300

10 Jan 21:09

So i hear there will be a dating app for people with P called Psoriasis Singles, dated to launch 10/01/2020. what do you think about it? I have a hopeful view for it.

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john,Hulk - Why not Flaym :) Great,,It will help people meet a partner for them ,Have confidence in the ... More »

13 Jan 13:15

Michelle - Yes true John. So many of us feel insecure about our condition and too scared to date. Having so... More »

13 Jan 21:18

john,Hulk - Ah Michehelle, I wont discuss my beauty options with you , thats okay :)

27 Jan 23:50

...feeling excited HollyDan @hollydan

02 Jan 21:06

Eek I’ve not posted for over 2 years!! Pretty sure I owe you one, especially one with GOOD NEWS. Anyone else found that VITAMIN D supplements made p go into remission? They have been a godsend for me (and I scarcely get sick anymore, serious bonus!)

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Michelle - That's wonderful news Holly. Well done! I'm happy for you. :)

13 Jan 12:52

Sean - Thats cool! I take 2000 IUs/day, Iv heard taking fish oil with it helps the absorption

16 Jan 03:13

Rita - I too take Vitamin D3. I used to take 5,000 IU/day. I recently had my blood tested and my vitamin... More »

18 Jan 00:09

...feeling okay Sean @sean1

02 Jan 16:28

Hi, does anyone feel like their perspective on life/relationships with others has changed since P?

john,Hulk - Hello Sean,I am a lifer and get this anywhere , I just go with the flow , At the moment i have ha... More »

04 Jan 10:41

Peter - My take is if they care for you it wont matter, with my P i try not let it rule me and try keep m... More »

10 Jan 20:58

Sean - Thanks for your words guys, it means a lot <3 Sometimes its hard to relate to other people but it... More »

16 Jan 03:43

...feeling okay Robin @robinspiro

24 Dec 19:28

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all of you guys from toronto Ontario. By biking my psoriasis and being busy my psoriasis is almost clear. Still have a few spots in my elbows.

Rosey - Great news enjoy the holidays and keep on doing what's right for you. Merry Christmas and a happy... More »

29 Dec 08:13

...feeling hopeful Daniela @danivarmen

10 Dec 07:13

Have anyone done fasting? how was the experience?

...feeling alone Jackie @jackie88

10 Dec 02:17

Hello everyone.I have just recently been diagnosed with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. I all came on quite suddenly. I know very little about either condition. I'm hoping I can can find answers here.

Peter - Hi Jackie welcome, never easy in the beginning but if you put your mind to it you can get over th... More »

10 Jan 17:20

Jackie - Thank you and hello Peter. I have other health issues and adding this is taking a toll on me. I h... More »

10 Jan 19:48

...feeling afraid Lorna Penner @lornapenner

07 Dec 03:43

Hi,,I been using Protopic ointment--prescription and it helpe but its very evpensive and the nurse suggested to use Silicone Cream over top of the ointment--it has now gone but it took a few months.