Sweden. As specified by: I've been battling psoriasis for five years now, specifically targeting my hands, fingernails, and feet. I’ve cycled through just about everything you can think of: Noni juice, aloe vera, castor oil, Dermovat cream, Daivonex, Daivobet, Elocon, and Neotigason tablets; currently, I am trying Methotrexate. My psoriasis essentially lives its own life—it constantly shifts and migrates, which is enough to drive anyone mad, though eventually, you just grow accustomed to the chaos. Does a cure actually exist? It’s highly probable that certain medications are working wonders for some people, yet I have yet to encounter a single treatment that offers me any actual relief. It’s my first time stopping by here, and I’m genuinely glad I stumbled upon this blog. It's a relief to realize I’m not the only one dealing with this whole mess—excuse my language, but I think you all understand exactly what I mean. Quality of life isn't exactly what it used to be since this illness took hold, but there isn't much point in dwelling on what's lost; you just keep fighting because, well, That's Life.👍
Welcome to the forum. You certainly aren't alone here; there are plenty of us all searching for that one elusive remedy that seems perpetually out of reach. Personally, I believe we should all just embrace our circumstances and move forward. We are healthy people who simply happen to be dealing with a specific issue—and let's be honest, everyone is dealing with something. Accept it, keep your head up, and just live your life. 👍 We’ll find something eventually; we just have to stay persistent.😍
Since Michael Ramos3 is heading off on vacation, perhaps it’s high time we all took a breather from this endless debate over topical ointments and started a new thread. I think we’ve all grown a bit weary of the constant bickering and the desperate need to prove everyone else wrong. Let's just drop the whole ointment subject for once and talk about the sunshine, the beach, and the ocean. It is summer, after all, and we have access to the best natural remedies out there: the sun and the sea. :klaap:
If Mister Michael Ramos3 is going to invoke the Lord's name so frequently and claim such deep devotion, he really ought to provide the formula for his ointment; after all, God helps people by healing their wounds, rather than running some commercial enterprise or business scheme. Greetings, everyone.
Michael Ramos3 said:Don't put so much emphasis on physical appearance; there are far more significant reasons for a person to feel genuine shame.
Every major newspaper in the country reported today that two famous models, Naomi Campbell and Kate is a lesbian, are essentially nothing more than high-end escorts and addicts.
Do you really think you have anything to be more ashamed of than they do?
Best regards,
Look, I get what you're saying, but I still can't stand those looks people give me—that "Oh my god, what happened to you?" vibe. It’s exhausting having to either explain myself to everyone or just give them a pointed stare to shut them up. There has to be a better way to handle it. Not too long ago, near my town, there's this local lake where my family and I go swimming every afternoon. Honestly, spending time there helped me chip away at my insecurities and finally move past them. I appreciate the support. Wishing everyone a pleasant break.🎉
I feel the exact same way about my insecurities; there’s an intense discomfort that comes with feeling like every single person on the beach is staring at you. Those constant eyes are incredibly intrusive. My physical changes have become more pronounced compared to last summer, which is why I’m desperately searching for a secluded spot on the coast where I can soak up the sun without being the center of attention. To be honest, I still haven't fully integrated this illness into my identity, and the shame is so pervasive that I even find myself hesitating during a simple handshake.
urbanbadger53 said:Chris Morgan67, I honestly don't follow you. If you don't like something or simply refuse to believe a certain ointment can cure you, there’s no need to attack the person behind it. Nobody is forcing you to buy his product; he just showed up, shared what he offers, told his story, and that was that. If you think he's lying, fine—that's your opinion and you're entitled to it—but attacking him personally is uncalled for. It feels like you're just venting your own anger and frustrations at him. If it's such an ordeal for you to accept or believe what he's saying, then perhaps you shouldn't even read his posts. People have been discussing this cream here for a while now; some have actually tried it and even shared positive feedback, which is why I don't think Michael Ramos3 deserves to be interrogated and picked apart like this. Either you believe him or you don't; there isn't really a middle ground. Best,
In my view, this isn't about being aggressive; we all just want more information regarding this ointment. We've all experimented with all sorts of creams, pastes, and gels, and some of us have had incredibly harsh reactions, like intense itching or blisters. That's why we are being extremely cautious. I mean, when you buy medicine at a pharmacy, you get instructions and a full list of ingredients to look over.🙂
Michael Ramos3 said:There is absolutely no need to apologize to me for being skeptical about my balm. I completely understand where you're coming from; as I’ve mentioned before, my father battled psoriasis for over 30 years, cycling through endless treatments and various stages of the condition. Just check this forum daily, and eventually, your confidence in this will grow. We already have one member, copperviper102, who reached out with excellent results, though he still has a little way to go before reaching the finish line. Let's wait for others like silentheron25, Gregory Mendoza3, and so on, to share their own stories, but I must reiterate: it takes about 25 to 30 days to see those initial results. The one thing I find truly baffling is why people continue to rely on 100% chemical products—substances you know deep down are destroying your healthy skin—while simultaneously knowing they offer no lasting relief. Why bother? How long are you going to stick with them? Until your skin is ruined, or until you develop some other ailment, God forbid? You seem to have faith in those chemicals, yet when it comes to my plant-based formula, I'm not sure what it would take for you to believe. My only fear is that even with our first decisive member showing real progress, some people won't be convinced even if 30 members report success; they'll just keep using those toxins. Let's just remain patient. What is one month or three months compared to 30 years, or heaven forbid, an entire lifetime?
With faith in God
Regards
You claim that no other medication offers a permanent effect. Are you implying that this balm possesses that capability, while also suggesting we can use it as much as we want? Where exactly is this "permanent effect" located?😕 Could you perhaps send us some photos of your father—before and after he used the balm? I don't mean to sound harsh, but while I have faith in God, I still need to find some faith in this balm.😎
Chris Morgan67 said:Oh, my apologies—I think I came across a bit too harsh there.
In short, I suspect your balm is fine since it’s plant-based and unlikely to cause harm, but believing it can completely cure psoriasis? Well, that's a much harder sell for me.
To be perfectly honest, I find myself agreeing with you. I tend to be quite skeptical about these things; everything I've tried lately has failed to make an impact, especially those herbal remedies. So, please forgive me, Michael Ramos3, but I’m also one of those people who doesn't have much faith in these solutions.
Hello everyone. It’s good to see such an optimistic mood and plenty of praise flowing through here. Does anyone happen to know anything about DIPROSALIK? I understand it can be sourced in Bulgaria.
Elizabeth Lee49 said:Hello Goran, You can find those Chinese patches in basically any pharmacy that carries Replek; they act as the general importers for them, so if you don't have a pharmacy right in Veles, you'll definitely find them here in Skopje. It really all comes down to how much surface area your psoriasis covers—if it's just small patches, you might be able to get them healed, but if it's widespread, you're likely out of luck. As for Butavat, I don't have a very strong opinion on it myself; it helped me during those first few years, but not anymore. I only use it sparingly on tiny spots now, mostly because I think I've become resistant to it, and honestly, it dries my skin out too much, so I tend to avoid it. There is a new medication called Zorac that just arrived here in Skopje. I picked some up at Zegin about a week ago. I'm still waiting to see how effective it actually is, but I'll let you know. Best,👍
I've already tried Zorac; the 0.05% strength gave me decent results, but once I moved up to the 0.1%, I ended up with irritation on my healthy skin, so you should proceed with caution.🙄
Hello Gabby. I’ll switch over to Mexican for a moment, though I hope nobody takes offense at that. It’s great that they aren't present here. I’m from Veles and have been dealing with psoriasis for seven years now. I was wondering if you could tell me where you source those Chinese patches. Best regards.
Robert Clark2 said:🙂 Soap, Pavlović baby cream, and Vitamin A—those are all fine enough. I haven't really messed around with patches, though. As for Butavat ointment or cream, I’ve definitely had experience with that. 👎 Skin poison—that’s my honest advice: stay far away from it. I have no idea how they even manage to get products like this onto our shelves. I actually heard from a friend who works as a pharmacist that it gets distributed through... Black.Regarding the markets—if I recall correctly, the packaging displays a pharmacy label and the price listed in Euros (though written in Greek). I actually reached out to an eminent professor of dermatology at a major skin clinic in Skopje, and the moment I mentioned that I was using this, he immediately forbade it. My subsequent treatment plan was switched over to Neotigason. My advice? Go see a professional dermatologist regarding the Butavat issue, and for heaven's sake, stop recommending it to anyone else. If I recall correctly, even Gregory Mendoza3 ran into trouble because of it.
It seems you have some experience with Butavat, much like Gregory Mendoza3. However, I have a different perspective to offer than what you both are suggesting. In my own city, I actually ran into someone who used Butavat and managed to clear up all their psoriasis symptoms entirely. They stayed completely clear for two years straight, right up until today, when a tiny spot just popped up on their elbow. Robert Clark2, would you mind sharing the name of that eminent professor from Mexico? I’d like to consult with them before I decide whether or not to start using this myself.😕
Michael Ramos3 said:they both use the balm and "silentheron25"
I wish nothing but the best for everyone using the balm. If you stay consistent with the application, you can achieve the most significant results possible.😍 I am curious to know how long one can continue using it.
Robert Clark2 said:🙂 Greetings to all my fellow psoriasis sufferers in North Mexico, and a special shout-out to urbangull!
Don't get distracted by small talk; just lay out exactly what you're dealing with and what your current regimen looks like. I specifically want to know which type of psoriasis you have and where it's manifesting on your body. Take a look at Ivancic's latest post—you'll see she's quite satisfied with her results. As you can tell, there isn't a "cure" in the traditional sense, but lasting remission is certainly possible for a while. Keep posting and keep asking questions; at least we can share this burden together.🙏
Best Regards!
The struggle is real; I've been battling this for seven years now. It shows up on my elbows, knees, ankles, arms, behind my ears, and even my scalp (though the scalp issues clear up after using White Salic lotion). Lately, it's started spreading to softer skin areas as well. My dermatologist diagnosed it as Psoriasis vulgaris and prescribed Cignol, claiming it's my only option, but frankly, I can't stand using it.😲 I've tried just about everything people suggest, mostly herbal salves made with calendula and St. John's Wort, but nothing sticks. The most relief I get is from White Salic and Zorak 0.05%, but I have to take breaks because it feels like my skin is becoming resistant to them. Some people insist that diet is the key factor, 😕 but so far, I haven't seen any actual healing. I'm 35 years old and I still haven't figured out how to live with this. Regards.
Gregory Mendoza3 said:I could barely wrap my head around what kind of George grease we're talking about here... isn't this just gun oil for preserving firearms?
Precisely. You certainly wouldn't want to test that out on yourself.
rapidpanther41 As expressed by: I’m a newcomer here. I’ve been dealing with this effectively since my heart attack on September 11, 2002, and things escalated after my heart surgery on September 11, 2003, where they installed four bypasses. Currently, the flare-ups show up on my finger joints and, to a lesser extent, my elbows. I agree with the consensus that skin injuries tend to trigger it. I’ve tried using White Salic in small amounts, along with various other ointment-based preparations, but for the most part, they don't do much for me. Personally, I find that being by the ocean in the sun provides the only real relief. I also gave Zorak 1.00 a shot, which turned out to be an absolute disaster; I had to stop using it immediately due to the reaction. Based on what I've gathered so far—and from my own lived experience—the primary trigger for psoriasis is a severe psychophysical shock, or stress. To actually address it, you have to balance the entire organism, both mentally and physically. Everything else is just driving on a spare tire until you eventually hit a nail.
It’s a relief to know I’m not the only one dealing with this. I tried using Zorak at the 0.005 dosage, and honestly, it was excellent. However, once I bumped it up to 0.1, things went south fast. Even on a perfectly healthy goat, the reaction was an incredibly intense irritation.😠
jadesailor14 said:I certainly wouldn't be playing around with that around a child
I’ve taken that exact same risk myself, and if I can offer any advice, don't—I ended up with a horrific reaction and severe skin inflammation. Take it from my own experience: stay far away from this.👎
Greetings to everyone from North Mexico. Hello, Robert Clark2. I’m actually quite pleased he decided to share his experience here again; those insights are incredibly valuable. I don't post very often, but I make sure to follow all the discussions regularly. To be honest, the sheer volume of posts and conflicting information has left me feeling pretty overwhelmed regarding what I should actually be using. One thing is "bad," the next is "damaging," and it just goes on like that. It’s constant back-and-forth about what to do versus what to apply. As of right now, nothing seems to be working, and I’m becoming increasingly convinced that there simply isn't a cure. Ivancic mentioned she was using wild ivy, and I'd be interested to hear how that's working out for her. If anyone could provide some concise advice, I’d appreciate it, as my psoriasis is starting to spread. Bye for now.
Hello, everyone. I’m stepping in to change the subject and pose a question. For about two months now, I’ve been using the 0.05% Zorac, and frankly, the results were excellent. However, over the last week or so, I made the decision to move up to the 0.1% strength. Now I'm running into an issue: the healthy skin surrounding my treatment areas is developing these red patches immediately after application. I’m at a bit of a crossroads—should I halt this treatment entirely, or simply revert to the 0.05% Zorac? If anyone has navigated similar issues, I would appreciate some insight.
Hello everyone, I’m checking in from North Mexico. I was hoping to get some insight on which brands of soaps and shampoos are actually worth using. On my end, I’ve been using Zorac (from Belupo) and I have to say, I’m quite pleased with the results; I’ve been at it for three weeks now and the effect has been excellent. I noticed that Chris Morgan67 recommends A-Derma shower oil—does anyone know which company produces that and where I might be able to pick some up?