James Myers3 said:Hey everyone! I've been dealing with psoriasis for over 30 years now. I've tried absolutely everything under the sun and nothing really sticks. It’s always just temporary relief before it all flares up again. Interestingly, the sun and ocean used to help me a ton when I was a kid, but now summer actually makes things worse. My nails are fine in the winter, but as soon as the heat hits, they get totally deformed. The redness and scaling on my skin also ramp up. One thing I know for sure—at least for me—is that alcohol, greasy foods like pork, sausages, deli meats, canned goods, and heavy spices make everything much worse. That caught my attention because those are the exact same things you're told to avoid with liver issues. Has anyone else connected liver function, or liver dysfunction, with psoriasis?
Plenty of people have linked liver dysfunction to psoriasis. 😉 In fact, one of the first tests my doctors ordered when they suspected my diagnosis was a liver panel. Also, is anyone planning to try Humira?
Carol Patel85 said:Hey everyone, thanks for the advice on stopping the self-pity, but I think you might have misunderstood me. It’s not like I’m hiding away from the world in my own misery. I live a totally normal life—I'm in school, I work, I go out... Psoriasis doesn't stop me from doing what I want to do. I always push myself to hit my goals, but the real issue is this massive wave of insecurity that follows everything I do. I try to ignore it, I really do, but it's been around for so long and it's so deeply rooted that I just can't fight it off. I'm not happy about it at all, and believe me, I am trying, but it's been part of me for too long to just vanish or even fade away. From everything I've experienced, nobody else—whether they have psoriasis or not—could actually help me fix that feeling. Anyway, it's still nice to have a place like this where we can talk about all of it. 🙂 Even a little bit of comfort goes a long way. 🙂
I totally get how you feel. I'm certain this illness has shaped who you are to some extent. Even I'm still trying to come to terms with having psoriasis, even though I developed it much, much later once I was already a fully formed adult. I've accepted that I won't be able to do certain things I used to love, but it still sucks knowing that my appearance triggers confused or pitying looks sometimes. Or that in certain situations, I have to give a disclaimer like, "Just so you know, I have this condition, so don't expect this from me." But since I'm relatively new to this, I guess it'll get easier over time. Just wanted you to know that there are more of us who haven't fully made peace with it yet. 😉
Robert Clark2 said:Hi everyone. No matter how old you are when psoriasis hits, it’s a massive blow to your self-esteem with lasting consequences. It's even worse if it happens early in childhood. Older folks tend to adapt faster, but kids really struggle with those marks while watching life pass them by. That's why I'm encouraging our new member Carol Patel85 to get active here on the forum. Self-pity won't help anyone; it actually does more harm than good. Michelle Parker3 On top of psoriatic arthritis, you're dealing with rheumatoid arthritis too. It's all hitting you at once. You really need a dermatologist and a rheumatologist to coordinate your diagnosis. I already ordered my 6th bottle of Kalawallai. One bottle has 120 capsules and lasts a month, costing about $40 USD. I'm asking for your thoughts again, but please check this link first: WWW.organichope.com. It has about twenty before-and-after photos from the Kalawallai treatment.
Srdacan pozdrav!
Robert Clark2, I personally wouldn't comment on those photos. Mostly because I've learned the hard way that "before and after" ads often use different people entirely. Now, I don't trust anything until I see it with my own eyes or feel it on my own skin. But, I truly wish you the best of luck with this treatment. 🙂
Mark Fox44, wishing you lots of luck and success with the fishies too! 🙂
btw Chris Morgan67, I’ve been using dream Cream, and it feels really good on my skin. Honestly, it even looks like the spots I applied it to aren't as red anymore. Maybe I'm just wishful thinking, but still...
feraltrucker11 said:I have a few questions about this Maxidex cream. Google tells me it's an eye cream, so I don't get how an ointment for eyes is supposed to help with psoriasis. Also, I really don't want to go to Petroleum because treatment for my father—who had the exact same diagnosis—didn't help at all. It actually made things way worse. In the end, he was clinically dead because the inflammation got so bad that doctors (ranging from Dr. Čikeš to Dr. Dirigl) couldn't even get his fever below 104 degrees for three months straight. He lost 90 pounds and was practically gone. Thank God he pulled through, though the doctors still have no clue what happened to him or how he survived. So, where can I find that Petroleum cream and oil, and how different is that stuff compared to 20% Beloderma?
Maxidex is a corticosteroid eye cream containing dexamethasone. Dermatologists sometimes prescribe it for milder cases of skin issues specifically for the face, since being meant for eyes makes it gentler than other steroid creams. As far as I know, you can only get Petroleum cream and oil at Petroleum. It’s different from Beloderma because it doesn't use corticosteroids; it just uses salicylic acid. And yeah, Happy New Year to everyone!
Maxidex cream really did wonders for my face; I haven't had a single breakout in three weeks. My elbows are looking way better since I started using Petroleum cream and oil, but honestly, that same treatment hasn't done a thing for my lower legs. It's still the exact same mess—red, scaly, and it itches like crazy.
Thnx rapidpanther41. By the way, you mentioned a partial effect—does that mean there actually was some kind of result specifically from taking Megamin?
Chris Morgan67, are you heading over to the Salad clinic for phototherapy? The results I got from phototherapy were pretty solid, but I just can't swing the trips to the Salad clinic during work hours anymore.
Andrew Ward9 said:Do I need a prescription for Psorcutan, and what's the price?
Here's the deal with Psorcutan right now: you don't technically need a prescription, though a few pharmacies have asked me for one. I just go to the one pharmacy I know won't give me any trouble. It costs $65 and you order it ahead of time. It'll show up at your place in just a couple of days.
It’s great to see things picking up here, and since we're talking, I have a quick request. Honestly, when I first got my diagnosis and stumbled upon this community filled with helpful advice, I actually felt a little better despite this exhausting illness. I’ve tried some tips, ignored others, and saved some for later based on what feels right for me. I truly hope this place remains a resource for learning about treatment options rather than becoming a platform for personal bickering. So, I’m asking—and please try to look past the fact that I’m a new member and hear me out as someone dealing with a real medical issue—could we please skip the personal attacks? For those of us coming here hoping to find something to ease our struggle, the constant fighting is just draining, annoying, and helps absolutely nobody.
Steven Ross74 said:What actually triggers psoriasis? Is it just stress, or is there more to it?
Nobody knows the exact cause for sure. Most experts say it’s usually tied to genetics, though I don't have anyone in my family who dealt with it. Triggers can be anything from certain bacterial infections—like strep—to issues with your liver, stomach, or even dental health. Diet, pregnancy, menopause, surgeries, or certain medications can all set it off. For me, it started during my pregnancy.
amberbear87 said:Exactly, that’s why I joined this forum in the first place.
Even after staying up half the night reading through, say, 850 posts, I could only tell my friend two things the next morning—one bad thing and one good thing. Since she wanted the bad news first, I told her there is no cure, but the good news is she isn't going to die. I actually started taking notes, writing down every medication people raved about. But then, after a few more posts, I'd see someone else whose condition got worse using that exact same thing... so I'd cross it off.
By morning, I had a decent list, and it was all crossed out. The only one left was Dovonex, but you can't even find that anywhere in Los Angeles.
That's why we decided to try changing her diet first. She uses Synoderm sometimes because her doctor suggested it once, but it hasn't really done much.
As for the stress, there's nothing we can do about that. Her family situation is just tough—she's dealing with an elderly mother who's nearly immobile and a hyperactive kid, if you know what I mean.
Fish oil is too expensive. I mean, sure, if it were a permanent fix, we could scrape together $1,000, but she honestly can't afford that kind of money every few years. Hardly anyone in this country can.
So, she'll stick to fish oil, eat plenty of fish and lean meat, fruits, and veggies (except citrus), and cut out cookies, white bread, junk food, and Coca-Cola. Coffee only in the morning, and she doesn't drink alcohol anyway, so let's see how it goes...
Dovonex or Psorcutan Regarding that medication, I had a pretty severe allergic reaction to it. Since you're already crossing medications off the list, you might as well add that one too.
Hey Oct, come on, say something! I’d really appreciate it if you could clear up some things for me regarding this follicular type of psoriasis.
I asked about the vulgaris and guttate forms because, even though my biopsy confirmed vulgaris on my elbows and shins, I've also been breaking out in all those drop-like spots on my upper arms over the last week. Because of that, my doctor sent me to get a throat and nasal swab.
Hey everyone, Even though things have been pretty quiet here lately, I wanted to jump in and ask a question I forgot to bring up with my doctors. Is it actually possible to deal with both plaque psoriasis and guttate psoriasis at the same time?
gentlehound9 said:So, here’s the thing. I’m feeling pretty unsure and could really use some help. I need to know if what I have might be psoriasis. I've had this patch on the outer side of my right foot, right around the ankle, for a few months now. It looks like a large spot about 4 inches wide. It's reddish-brown, and the skin there feels wrinkled, super rough, dry, and it flakes a little. I've been using Plimycol for about two weeks, but I haven't seen any real change. If anyone knows, please let me know if this could actually be psoriasis.
You won't know if it's psoriasis or something else until you see a dermatologist and get a biopsy done.
Hey there! We finally made it to page four. Where is everyone at? How are you all holding up with the colder weather and this disease flaring up during the fall and winter? 🙄
I'm really not sure if jumping into a pool is the best move for your wife. With her skin being that damaged, she could easily pick up fungus or other microorganisms in the water. Personally, I stay far away from any kind of public swimming
steelseal13 said:I started using his products on September 21st. Honestly, the ointment smells way too strong, so I stopped using it immediately because I couldn't face my coworkers at the office. 🙄...but I've been drinking the tea constantly, and I can say with total confidence that my body is about 50% better, and my hands are up to 70% improved. Since I haven't used any other treatments since then, I'm certain it's all thanks to Smith's tea.🙏