Posts by Gregory Williams4

She told me I showed up a whole week early, so now we can't even hang out yet. Ugh, seriously?! Grrrr!

So, my last period was on March 16th. Usually, I’m pretty regular—gets me every 27 days like clockwork. But I took a test today and it came back positive! Honestly, I didn't even believe it at first, so I rushed over to my OB-GYN. She looked everything over and told me she couldn't see anything on the ultrasound, so according to her, there's no pregnancy. She just told me to come back in two weeks. Can you believe that? Right after she finishes the exam, I head straight to CVS to grab another test, and boom—positive again. Now I'm totally lost... what do I do? Should I trust the tests or the doctor?? Help!

Anonymous said:Look, I said if anyone emails me, they’ll get a reply with all the info from that gentleman over in Mexico, and that’s that. Simple as that. I’m just sharing what happened in my own situation. Seriously, I’ve got no bad intentions here because I know how nasty this stuff can be. A few people already reached out, and I just explained things to them...But hey, if anyone actually wants help, what have you got to lose?

Oh, sure, nothing to lose... except maybe the cash in your wallet... and who knows what kind of "reward" you'll get for it.

Chris Morgan67 said:You’ve gotta stick with Psoriasis treatment for a longer stretch.
You can soak up some sun or even try phototherapy... just make sure you shower off first, obviously.😬
It’s the same deal with pretty much any cream or ointment out there.

Define "longer stretch" for me here.... I used this stuff for a whole month and honestly? Zilch. Zero effect. It didn't touch my scales or take away any of the redness. Not one bit of progress. Plus, if I remember right, the box and the tube itself explicitly said NOT to use it while tanning. Hmm. And yeah, I get the showering thing, but I really don't think a quick rinse washes away the part that actually sinks into your skin. I mean, assuming we're even talking about the same product!🙂 .If memory serves, it mentioned that tanning while using this could cause permanent skin discoloration in certain spots... but man, that was a long time ago.

Susan Lopez97 said:I don't know how much you guys know about this, but I didn't feel like scrolling through all 25 pages. In Canada, there's this "honey of life" stuff that people use alongside "Psoriasis" cream to cure psoriasis. My mom keeps it at her pharmacy, and believe me, anyone who buys it once comes crawling back for more.

Ugh, I seriously have to say something because reading stuff like that literally makes my hair stand on end!!!!!

Look, there is NO CURE for psoriasis. I know, I know—it’s a bitter pill to swallow for those of us dealing with this every day, but it is the plain, hard truth. Sure, we can talk about different therapies, meds, or even "home remedies" that help manage the symptoms
and make living with psoriasis a little less miserable, but when someone claims they can actually *cure* me? I lose it. Seriously.

We’re basically just a target group for every snake oil salesman and hack out there looking to make a quick buck, especially since there are hundreds of thousands of us here in the States. On the flip side, we're also guilty of grasping at straws, desperately hunting for some magic formula just to escape this nightmare of a disease.

Man, I've had enough experience with these scammers peddling "miracle creams" to know. I've wasted a mountain of cash on them, but I'm done.
Now, whenever someone tries to sell me a "cure" for psoriasis, I tell them, "Fine, sure! Hand over the ointment or whatever it is. I'll try it, and if it actually works, I'll pay you five times what you're asking!!!" Ha! Of course, the answer is always a massive NO.

Sorry, please don't take this personally! I'm not trying to be rude, and maybe you really do just want to help, but please, I'm begging you—maybe rephrase that "CURES PSORIASIS" bit to something like "helps manage symptoms" or "provides relief."

Susan Flores25 said:Alright, I figured I’d hop on here and share my experience with you all.
So, I’m 37 and living out here in Cleveland. I’ve been dealing with psoriasis for over a decade now—it mostly hits my palms and the skin around my knuckles. Honestly, back when this whole thing started about ten years ago, I went to see a dermatologist with a referral. She gave me some Locasalen and called it a day. That was basically it! She did the usual routine, checking my head, elbows, knees, and back... then just hit me with the classic "don't stress out" and "watch what you eat" speech. Like, thanks for the advice, but is that really all there is?
So, there I was again the other day. Total relapse. First, I went online to hunt down a dermatologist and ended up finding a couple over in Cleveland. After playing a little game of elimination, I somehow wound up right back in front of the exact same doctor. I actually thought to myself, "Hey, since everything’s been privatized now, maybe the patient experience will actually be different?" Yeah, right. Huge mistake. First off, the vibe while I was waiting was just... off. The office hasn't changed a bit—it still feels like decades ago. You can hear every single word being whispered in the waiting room, and they’ve still got those old-school metal exam beds with the flimsy privacy curtains. Gross. And then, wouldn't you know it? It’s the same dermatologist. The thing that bugs me most—even back when I was younger—is how she talks to me. She uses "you" in that overly casual, disrespectful way. Honestly, I probably look like a total kid to her, which is annoying because I'm pushing forty! Anyway, she grabs a notepad and goes, "Okay, listen, we have this revolutionary new product—Zorro. You're going to use this alongside Belmond." My internal alarm bells started screaming immediately. I hadn't read anything about that stuff online. So, I tried to push back. I told her straight up, "Look, I don't want the Belmond, and this Zorro thing sounds sketchy. I've been reading a ton about Psoriasis treatments instead, what do you think about that?" But did she listen? Nope. She just completely ignored me. She kept insisting, "Zorro is amazing, and I'll write you the prescription." And the condescension! She kept looking down her nose at me, acting all superior, like, "Ugh, well, I *do* have this incredible treatment that costs $15,000, but who would I even recommend that to?" Like, seriously?!
Excuse me, but why on earth does she even care?! Why won't she just lay out all the actual options we have? Aren't doctors supposed to actually HELP us? Seriously! The very first thing I looked up online the second I got home was that you aren't supposed to use Zorro if you're pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or nursing—because retinoids can be super dangerous for the baby. So, when this "doctor" was acting all overly familiar using "you" like we're best friends, and she’s already digging into my birth date... shouldn't she have had the decency to ask if I'm pregnant or planning to be, especially given my age? I've been trying to conceive for six months now, and honestly, this is probably exactly why things are getting worse. It's like, clearly, the timing is just totally off! 😬 🙄 Man, I am just constantly stressed out. Like, all the time. It never stops!
So I tell her, look, I’ve been reading up on Psoriasis treatments online and I'm dying to give this stuff a shot. I even found out you can order it through certain pharmacies in Chicago! But does she listen? Nope. She just plays dumb. Like, seriously? She gives me this blank stare and goes, "I don't know, maybe you could try asking a private pharmacy if they'll whip it up for you." Unbelievable, right?
Alright, I'll keep this brief. I finally managed to order my Psoriasis cream without too much of a headache! Honestly, that pharmacy makes it pretty easy—you just need a private prescription and you pay a deposit upfront. The doctor totally knew the drill, too. As soon as I followed up with her, she called the pharmacy immediately to confirm exactly what they told me! I actually had to swing back by the clinic to grab the private script and then head right back to the pharmacy, but man, if she had just handled the whole thing at once the first time, it would've been so much easier. Total lifesaver, though!
I am seriously so disappointed right now. I honestly don't get how anyone can be this indifferent. How can you just breeze through patients like they're items on a checklist? It’s like, yeah, sure, ask the standard stuff—how's the family, how's work, any stress, what are you eating?—but that's it? Where's the actual human connection? You have to actually look at someone's life, their specific needs, and what they can realistically handle before you even think about prescribing a treatment plan. It shouldn't be this way!
So now I’m just counting down the days until my Psoriasis cream arrives in two weeks. In the meantime, I’m sticking to the Belmond stuff for about 10 days like they recommended—mostly because my skin is looking pretty rough right now—and then we’ll see if this Psoriasis cream actually does anything. Honestly, I haven't been able to find a single thing online about whether it's safe during pregnancy. Maybe it won't even work for me, but hey, it feels worth a shot, right?

Check it out:

I used to live in Cleveland a while back, and I've been dealing with psoriasis for about ten years now—so I'm definitely a few years ahead of you on this one. When I first went to the doctor with an insurance referral, the dermatologist basically gave me the whole "we aren't quite sure what this is, could be a hundred different things" routine. They handed me some ointment that, surprise surprise, did absolutely nothing... So, I went to see a private specialist instead, just to get a second opinion on this skin issue, and the guy nailed it immediately. He told me straight up: it's psoriasis.
But here’s the real kicker, the part I really wanted to make sure you heard: he told me that while medicine has exploded forward in almost every other field over the last few decades, dermatology seems stuck in the mud. He said the creams they were using 30 years ago are basically the same ones being sold today! Sure, they give them fancy new names and tweak the formula slightly just so it absorbs better, but the core ingredients? Same old story. He warned me not to go throwing money away on overpriced "miracle" products, and man, was he right. Time proved him 100% correct. I've tried everything under the sun, but nothing really sticks. For me, the only things that actually help are sunlight, the beach, and some basic Betamethasone cream. Everything else is just flushing cash down the toilet. This field is crawling with charlatans just looking to profit off people's misery. There is no "cure" for psoriasis, period. All those teas and specialty creams people try to sell you? Total nonsense.

And don't even get me started on the whole "stop drinking and smoking" talk. That's total garbage to me. I've tested both scenarios myself, and honestly? Zero difference. As for stress, maybe it plays a tiny role in making things flare up, but it's nowhere near as huge as doctors claim. Stress might act as a "trigger," sure, but once the condition is there, it stays, even after the stressful situation is long gone.
So, my advice? Don't go hunting for a dermatologist who promises magic tricks. Even with the best intentions, they can't do much for you. The difference usually comes down to how they treat their patients, which matters a lot, but you also run into people who just see you as a walking paycheck. They know they can't actually fix you, so they figure they'll just keep you coming back forever.

Now, quick question for anyone who actually knows the deal with this Psoriasis cream. I used a similar stuff ages ago—picked it up at a pharmacy during a trip to Trieste. It wasn't even expensive, but it didn't do a damn thing for me. I distinctly remember the tube saying you strictly cannot go out in the sun while using it because it could cause permanent skin damage. Is that the same stuff everyone is talking about here, or am I thinking of something else?

The box you’ve got there has those red and blue stripes on it, right? Honestly, I can't quite remember if the outside of the packaging actually says Pavlov cream or if that’s just what's printed on the price tag from the pharmacy. Ugh, my brain is totally blanking on the exact wording on the box! Plus, I’m stuck at my annual retreat right now, so I can't exactly go check the box sitting at home to see what it says, can I?

Lawrence Ramirez3 said:Wait, what exactly is Pavlovic? Is it a cream or an ointment? And where on earth can I actually find it?

You can grab Pavlovic at a Target in the skincare aisle. It should run you about $8.25

Hey, anyone else dealing with psoriasis here? How’s your sex life going? I’m only 19, but man, I’ve already dealt with all kinds of weird reactions because of my skin.

My guy’s totally fine with it, though. I just had to sit him down and explain that psoriasis isn't catching or anything!

Man, I've been dealing with this exact same thing for a solid year now. After running some tests, it turns out it's just low blood pressure combined with issues in my cervical spine.

Hey everyone,
I pop in here every once in a while because I've been dealing with psoriasis for ages. Honestly? I’m not even expecting to find any groundbreaking secrets or stuff I haven't heard a thousand times already. I've tried basically everything under the sun and spent a small fortune on it, all for nothing. But reading through your posts, a few things caught my eye that I really wanted to chime in on. First off, about that Psorcutan ointment. I used it for a bit, but man, it did absolutely nothing for me. Plus, if I remember correctly, the box itself warns you not to use it if you're going to be out in the sun because you could end up with permanent scarring. So why am I seeing some of you recommending it alongside light therapy? It’s super confusing.
Also, I've noticed that my skin actually clears up incredibly fast whenever my immune system takes a hit—like right after I deal with the flu or a nasty cold. Because of that, I totally get where people are coming from when they say psoriasis is just a reflection of what's happening inside your body. It reminds me of that old comment about the woman whose psoriasis suddenly vanished right before she passed away from cancer. It makes sense, doesn't it? Her immune system likely tanked, causing the skin to clear. I even read in the news that they're testing these new injections designed to specifically dampen the immune response to wipe out psoriasis, though obviously, that leaves you wide open to infections. And let's be real—it’s a known historical fact that prisoners in those concentration camps saw their psoriasis disappear because they were being starved; their immune systems were essentially shut down. That’s just biology. I don't get why anyone would mock the guy who pointed that out.
Anyway, I still use some topical steroid creams and scalp lotions every now and then. They aren't exactly "miracle cures," but they're the only thing keeping me sane and actually helping with the discomfort. Everything else has just been a massive waste of cash. And yeah, the beach and the sun are my lifelines, even if the results haven't been quite as good over the last couple of years as they used to be. Basically, I'm just trying to make it from one summer to the next. One last thing—has anyone here ever tried that specialized herbal salve? I'm thinking about giving it a shot. That's all from me. Hang in there, guys. Wishing you all the best of luck fighting this annoying freaking disease...