Posts by Andrew Ward9

I’m 30—just looking to connect and swap stories with people dealing with the same issues I am. I suppose I’d prefer talking to women more often, mostly because they tend to intimidate me a bit more 😵. It’s just... I don't really have anyone to talk to about this 🙂

How do you explain social anxiety to a "layperson"—and more importantly—what kind of hell is it actually for the person living through it? Maybe the easiest way to put it is by comparing it to a phobia of snakes. Most people fear snakes, and even more people claim they don't, but if one were suddenly right there in front of you, you'd feel this sudden wave of unease and agitation. Now, imagine feeling that exact same discomfort and nervousness every single time you interact with another human being—constantly. I wasn't really aware of it when I was younger, but I guess as you get older, you start to realize certain things. I’ve always been shy—it was just part of my nature—but even simple eye contact used to feel like a knife cutting through me. I didn't think much of it at the time; I just lived my life that way—but looking back, that wasn't a healthy way to exist. As the years passed, the fear grew, and I eventually started trying to manage it with alcohol—because, frankly, it was easier to relax around others if I had some bourbon in me. Before I knew it, I was drinking every day, and that cycle lasted for six years. I was stuck in this vicious loop that I had to break, especially since I started spiraling into deep depressions. Eventually, I read about social anxiety disorder and realized that what I was dealing with was a somewhat extreme version of it. I decided to see a psychiatrist, but that’s where I hit a snag—I come from a tiny rural town, and in a place like that, seeing a shrink is basically treated like you're a criminal. A lot of my "friends" started looking at me differently, which honestly stung quite a bit—but whatever, life goes on, and you just have to adapt. The worst part is having nobody to talk to about it. At home, the mindset is that I have to deal with this all on my own—but if I could handle it alone, I wouldn't be in this position. I'm 30 now, and I've finally started making changes in my life, though progress is slow. I’m hoping there might be someone out there dealing with the same thing—someone I could message or maybe even meet up with—just to ease the burden. I truly believe it would help to know I'm not alone in this.

Hey everyone!

I was reading an article in The Washington Post yesterday about Indianapolis—apparently, they're planning to expand their capacity and launch a new company called Ivanal. Their whole focus is going to be on manufacturing and selling specialized psoriasis creams used in medical treatments.

Jack.
My experiences with Vineyard are detailed over on page 83—it might be worth a look.
I’d say they treat patients incredibly well; they really go the extra mile to actually help you. They sent me for a ton of tests—lungs, ears, nose, throat, heart, even a urologist visit—plus they did a full workup on my bloodwork. Even after two months of dealing with psoriasis, things are still totally calm. My skin is completely clear now, no redness at all.🙂 🙂

Finally, Michael Ramos3 is gone.🙏 🙏🙏

🙂 I was reading some literature about the Bible last night—it really brought to mind a thought shared by the apostle Paul when he spoke to slaves held in chains.

He told them not to worry about the physical shackles—instead, true bondage comes from within. If you can just break those internal chains, the external ones will fall away on their own.

With faith in God
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What do you do once the devil has taken hold of you? 😈

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goldenstag213 said:Andrew Ward9
Come on, please—could you explain in a bit more detail what kind of therapy you used to clear everything up so completely?

While I was in the hospital, I was using a mixed cream—it had salicylic acid, Dermovate, and some other ingredient I can't quite recall—and I applied Belosalic lotion to my scalp.
After being discharged, my treatment plan was five days of applying a 20% Dermovate in a base cream twice a day, followed by two days of a neutral cream (I used DREAM cream). After two weeks, I flipped the cycle—so, five days of neutral cream and then two days of Dermovate—while treating my scalp with Belosalic once a week. A month later, I went back for a checkup (the doctor was incredibly pleased 😁), and she started me on a new regimen: five days of neutral cream and two days of a 20% Alfoderm in a base cream.

Since when did you become a doctor, Michael Ramos3 😕??
Did you happen to finish medical school in the meantime or something??
It seems you know everything—you've practically invented a miracle cure that's going to save us all 🙂
The next Nobel Prize in medicine is heading straight to Mexico!!

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Hey everyone!
About two months ago, I was admitted to the hospital—specifically at Mayo Clinic—under the care of Dr. Troskot. Honestly, I just went in for a quick checkup, but somehow I ended up staying for eight days. My condition wasn't even that extreme; it was mostly on my legs, with a few patches on my arms, face, scalp, and chest. While undergoing treatment, everything cleared up except for my legs. I had some blood work done, and they found my AST levels were incredibly high, so they put me on antibiotics. The doctor suggested that the elevated AST might actually be what's triggering the psoriasis flares. Well, fast forward two months, and even my legs are clear—now I’m just using neutral moisturizers. I guess anyone who hasn't already should probably get a full blood panel done.
I feel amazing now, and I'm definitely feeling more optimistic about summer approaching since I'm finally skin-clear. 🙏

P. S. izleći—what did you get cured of?

If my success gets on anyone's nerves, just raise two fingers.
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Andrew Ward9 said:Hey there. I just started hitting the gym—so, I was wondering... would there be any real downsides if I started taking protein powder and creatine? 🤷

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Hi there. I've recently started hitting the gym—so, I was wondering... would there be any negative side effects if I decided to start taking protein powder and creatine? 🤷

Carol Patel85 said:I've been reading through some of your posts—seeing all the different creams you suggest and the various experiences being shared—and I felt this sudden urge to write something myself. I’ve dealt with psoriasis since I was five years old; I'm twenty-two now. And I have—thank God—tried and still try all sorts of creams and treatments, but the results are... well, they're pretty typical. Some things work, but more often than not, they don't. Honestly, maybe things would work better if I actually believed they could help me. Since most of the battle happens in your head (the placebo effect and all that), treatments don't really stick for me—because even though I know psoriasis can clear up for long stretches, that idea of it being "incurable" is just... cemented in my mind. Add to that a healthy dose of pessimism and self-pity—plus the whole spectrum of stress and anxiety. So, that's my take on "healing." But what I hate most about psoriasis isn't how your skin looks to the world—it's what it does to you internally. I don't know what it's like for those who develop it later in life, but for me, having had it since I was a little kid, it has profoundly shaped my personality and the person I am today. Because of it, I struggle with communication, with being open to others, and with my own self-esteem and confidence. It's easy enough on the surface—once you explain it to people and let them know it's not contagious, they stop looking at you with those questioning eyes. But this internal stuff? You can't just change that. I will always feel this way, and that's why I know I'll never truly be able to come to terms with having psoriasis. Hats off to anyone who has managed to do that.
Anyway, I just wanted to get that off my chest. Of course, I wish you all the best of luck with your treatments—and who knows, maybe we'll cross paths on a forum sometime. 🙂
Best,

You took the words right out of my mouth.

Hey there. My "dream Cream" finally arrived 🙂 and I’m starting to use it today. 🙂 I really hope it helps me out—even just a little bit. I'll be sure to post my results once I see them!!!

Do you need a prescription for Psorcutan—and what’s the damage on the price tag?

Greetings.
I noticed there were quite a few comments yesterday, so—to keep things moving—I have a question.
What kind of rights do we actually have with our employers (vacation time, sick leave, etc.) and what medications can we get at no cost? 🤷
Are there any specific "perks" available to us?😕

Hi there👋! Just wanted to say that as of today, this thread has gained another member dealing with the exact same issue. 🙂. I’ve been lurking and reading through these comments for over a year now, and I honestly feel like Chris Morgan67 has provided the most helpful insights—so, thank you for that 👏 .
I’ve been struggling with psoriasis for about six years, though luckily I have the "mild version"—it's mostly just below my knees and a bit on my arms. This summer, things actually cleared up almost entirely; my arms are fine now, and there's hardly anything left on my legs. I’m really hoping I can hold onto this through the winter.
Earlier this spring, I tried turmeric capsules and Optoderm cream for three months, but I didn't see much of a difference. Then, I stopped using the cream over the summer and suddenly, my skin improved drastically! I'm not sure if it was the supplements or if the summer sun and a week at the beach were the real heroes here. I guess we'll find out when winter hits—if it flares up again, then the ocean was definitely the reason for the success.

Best to everyone here, and a special shoutout to Chris Morgan67!!