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Maggie Chong
...feeling afraid Maggie Chong @maggiechong

I am considering having a Lasik done on my eyes. Has anyone had this surgery done and does it affect your psoriasis?

Em
...feeling okay Em @saltysunshine

Just finished 20th UVB visit @ the dermatologist and have not noticed any improvement yet. Have you had success with UVB treatment, is there a noticeable change in the last several visits as the time in the light box gets longer?
bernadette
bernadette - Im having light treatment in november il let u all know how I get on iv been usung steroid cream ... More »
Justin
...feeling hopeful Justin @justin1

My Psoriasis is, thankfully, in remission.

I have been consuming Omega 3 capsules and applying Coconut Oil DAILY.
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Jen
Jen - Ours in Nth QLD are always liquid unless kept in the fridge.
Justin
Justin - Greg, when you fry with it, the heat melts it
Doris
Doris - I started having a sensitivity to coconut and coconut oil. So I stick with olive oil, avocado oil... More »
SimonLFC1976
...feeling frustrated SimonLFC1976 @simonlfc1976

Hi, I'd like to know if anybody suffers from the same rare version I do? Psoriatic Arthritis with Sepsis liability as my blood reacts too.

Susan
Susan - Simon I have not heard of that to tell you the truth. I have my psoriatic arthritis under contro... More »
Jen
Jen - Congrats Susan! I'm sure it was all beautiful. Good for you for choosing not to let any stress ge... More »
SimonLFC1976
SimonLFC1976 - Susan, you make a lot of assumptions. I don't appreciate the "preacher" vibe. You assume it is st... More »
Ace
...feeling okay Ace @chris1623

Hi everyone, haven't been on in awhile. I've changed my diet back in June and I've lost 50 pounds. Without exercising. I have dry skin or patches of P around my eyes. Does anyone else get that and have any suggestions on what to use?
john,Hulk
john,Hulk - Great news about your weight Ace :) I wish i could help you with the eyes, i dont get it there th... More »
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,Hulk
john,Hulk - Okay, well its good your eyes are okay, thats something Rachel :)
Clint
Clint - Awesome bright lights😍
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

Update on my me spots. Remember I told you about the new spots on my thighs? Happy to say that 2 has disappeared and the other 3 is looking good. :) fresh air is awesome. Xxx
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Lorna Penner
Lorna Penner - Thank-you flaymers..it rained all night here and its still raining and its the first rain we had ... More »
Ellen
Ellen - Right , I had a very lemony weekend...rubbed it on my bum cheek... I now have scabs, no itch or i... More »
Michelle
Michelle - Good luck Lorna! Ellen, good luck to you too and keep us posted. ;)
Brenda/joy
...feeling okay Brenda/joy @viking1967

I am trying [...] now have been on it about 6 months now seems okay I really don't know how to fight it stress always a issue no matter what have a good doctor still trying the goat milk still trying to get use to the taste
Brenda/joy
Brenda/joy - wasn't suppose to comment on a name brand sorry about that old age I didn't realize that was a pr... More »
Lindakay1948
Lindakay1948 - Brenda welcome to old age I am 70yrs young...I have the same problem you never have to apologise... More »
Brenda/joy
Brenda/joy - I am really lucky that my skin issues are hidden sorry I have taken so long in responding seems I... More »
Drum
...feeling excited Drum @anorak

Big day for me today; first day of biologic treatment. Exciting times!
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Drum
Drum - Well, one week now and the most dramatic results I've had in 15 years. So happy. Only side-effect... More »
Michelle
Michelle - That's wonderful news Drum.I hope the itch will get better. Good luck and I'm happy for you :)
Bev
Bev - So happy for you Drum! Hoping the itch will disappear too
Mavis
...feeling hopeful Mavis @mavis

Just found something very interesting on Facebook. A site called Citizen Research and they want people to do a survey on psoriasis to try and improve the quality of people's lives
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Mavis
Mavis - I haven't done anything about it either Rebecca as I've to much of others things going on. Also ... More »
Rebecca
Rebecca - I have it on the back of my hands forearms, shoulders , ankles and starting to go up my shins. I... More »
Mavis
Mavis - I'm sorry to hear that Rebecca. Nothing worse than the itching. You end up scratching and then ma... More »
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

Second day at Marloth. Been itchy since 3 hours after arrival. Too humid this time of the year. Will be okay when I'm back home. Can't wait! Will be tomorrow. Have an interview scheduled. ;)
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Michelle
Michelle - Oops and yes I went for interview. Starting October. Half day only. Better than nothing right? Th... More »
Bev
Bev - Wow that's fantastic Michelle. Enjoy only working half day. Although I firmly believe that you ac... More »
Michelle
Michelle - True Bev, I kind of like the half day idea, but I get bored so quickly. Ah things will work out j... More »
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

Awesome quote: don't take every challenge as a problem. Take every problem as a challenge! We do have a challenge my fellow lovely Flaymers. Let's do it. Xxx
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Clint
Clint - Nice
Chel
Chel - Love it ❤️❤️❤️
Fahd
Fahd - 😎😎😎😎💀☠☠☠
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

I've never seen another Flaker in my shopping centre until an hour ago. He was trying to cover his hands with his long sleeves.

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A
A - Oh yeah, it feels good to meet another sufferer. Nice that you let him suffer a bit less!
rachel
rachel - You're an Angel Michelle and so wise xx
Justin
Justin - You should not cover your Psoriasis - sunlight is one of the best cures!
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

Overuse of Antibiotics Is Fueling Our Modern Plagues. What is your view on this?

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Linda
Linda - So much of the beef and chickens are given too many antibiotics and that is also contributing to ... More »
psomom
psomom - Interesting and timely. Our first dermatologist suggested that everytime my son gets a sore throa... More »
Rosey
Rosey - Have been on long term antibiotics for severe acne(no acne but severe p) did nothing for me for b... More »
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

People like to be attractive because that gives power; the more attractive they are, the more powerful they are over the opposite sex. ... Why do people want to look beautiful, if they are not beautiful from inside?

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Chel
Chel - Because they want to hide their evil I guess I don't know 😞
Clint
Clint - Michelle you are beautiful 😊
Michelle
Michelle - So sweet thank you Clint. True Chel, I've met people like that. beauty is skin deep. Its like h... More »
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

Hi my lovely Flaymers. Hope you are all well? Haven't been much on here but I wish you all well. Love to all xxx
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Justin
Justin - I know basic French but the language I want to start from scratch is BSL - AND I WILL COMPLETE IT!
Michelle
Michelle - Hahaha Ellen. Neither do I but whisper those words while looking at yourself in the mirror. Pract... More »
john,Hulk
john,Hulk - I am glad Ellen can give us free french lessons merci beaucoup :) Haha a mirror sounds good Mi... More »
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

Posted an updated pic of my P and its looking good. No redness at all. White spots but I just need to get some sun.

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Michelle
Michelle - Thank you John. I've been in the sun a lot lately and maybe that contributed to the clearing as w... More »
john,Hulk
john,Hulk - Thank you Michelle, yes a few more flakes added to the mix but its okay, i live lol as i always... More »
rachel
rachel - I'm struggling now without the sun but we've had it good this year and my skin has been the best ... More »
Rosemary
...feeling angry Rosemary @rosemary5

If had p since I was 5 I'm now 83 this last two years its got worse is on my feet and hands never before and its never bothered me till now one can't hide it on your hands

Michelle
Michelle - Awwww Rosemary. I know how you feel. I'm not near your age but I had it on my hands. Its terrible... More »
Kim
Kim - Hi Rosemary. Both backs of my hands are affected. I know how you feel, it's awful having it on di... More »
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 »
Jen
Jen - Yes I get them too. Optometrist said its debris floating around. Cant remember what from....arter... More »
Rachel
Rachel - Thanks everyone. I have health anxiety because of my psoriasis which by the way is getting much b... More »
Michelle
...feeling happy Michelle @michelle1021

To everyone. We have this little bad bacteria in out gut that is the cause of our P. If you don't change your diet, your P will get worse.

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carol
carol - The danger to organs from the inflammation that comes with P was a popular topic during the last ... More »
john,Hulk
john,Hulk - I dont think psoriasis can make one overweight as i dont battle against my weight ,I lost so muc... More »
Michelle
Michelle - I have never gained weight from P. My P got worse when I gained weight and obviously the pina co... More »
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