Psoriasis [PLEASE READ FIRST POST!]

Has anyone here actually visited Dr. Višnjić over in New York City, or perhaps tried his specific therapeutic protocols? I'm curious to hear if anyone has any firsthand experiences or feedback regarding his methods.

Has anyone actually used Dr. Michaels products?
What’s the verdict?
Is it worth the money?
There's plenty of info online suggesting they're decent enough, but I want the truth.

nimblepuma27 said:Has anyone actually tried products from Dr. Michaels?

Never heard of them! Send me a link...☕

http://www.med4you.at/derma/psoriasis_us_en.htm
http://www.dermnet.org/
If anyone has actual intel on this, I'd appreciate it. Planning to try managing my psoriasis with these specific products.

nimblepuma27 said:http://www.med4you.at/derma/psoriasi...serb_kroat.htm

If anyone happens to have some insight, I’d truly appreciate it; I’m looking into using these specific preparations to try and get my psoriasis under control.

I might suggest looking into Psorcutan ointment or cream—something I actually discovered through discussions right here on this forum. Since it's imported, you'll likely need to pick it up at a private pharmacy rather than a standard drugstore. I’ve been using it for about two weeks now, and honestly, I’d say things are looking about 85% better. Apparently, the results are even more pronounced if you combine the treatment with some mineral baths out in Palm Springs (assuming, of course, you have the means to make the trip... I'm actually heading out there in six days myself)!

p.s. It’s definitely worth a shot!!👍

swiftwolf18 said:at the Oil Springs

Does anyone know how you actually get access to treatment at the Oil Springs? Do you need a referral from a doctor, or can you just show up on your own? Also, what kind of pricing are we looking at... and does health insurance typically cover any of it? 😕

Linda Chase81 said:How does one actually get therapy at the Oil Springs facility? Is it through a doctor? Can you just show up? What’s the damage financially? Does health insurance pick up any of the tab? 😕

It’s actually quite straightforward. You just give the Oil Springs clinic a call and ask to schedule an appointment with Dr. Krnjević-Pezić. Before you do that, though, make sure to check in with your primary care physician to get a referral for the Oil Springs consultation. Once you’ve had your initial exam with her, she’ll evaluate your current psoriasis flare-ups and advise you on which specific treatment plan would be most effective for your situation.
Personally, I usually opt for phototherapy since my condition isn't particularly aggressive—just some patches on my elbows and a few spots on my legs—and the results after about six weeks of treatment have been nothing short of phenomenal. You can reliably expect a clear stretch for half a year, if not longer. Best of all, insurance typically covers the whole thing, so you aren't looking at any out-of-pocket expenses for the treatment. Believe me, it is absolutely worth it.

swiftwolf18 said:It's actually super simple! Just look up Oil Springs and call their clinic to schedule an appointment with Dr. Krnjević-Pezić. Before you go, just ask your primary care doctor for a referral to the Oil Springs facility. Once you have your checkup with her, she’ll walk you through exactly which treatments will work best based on how your psoriasis is acting right now.
I usually stick to phototherapy since my skin isn't too bad—just some spots on my elbows and legs—and the results after about six weeks are absolutely amazing! You can usually get a clear stretch for half a year, maybe even longer... Plus, insurance covers everything, so there aren't any out-of-pocket costs for the treatment. It's totally worth it, trust me!!

I had no idea about this, thanks! 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

Does anyone have recommendations for a dermatologist in the NYC area who also offers phototherapy (ideally UVB)?

I checked out a clinic over on Runnanin Street that brags about its tanning beds online, but turns out the doctor sold the practice recently...

The specialists over at Mount Sinai require you to show up first thing in the morning, which just isn't doable with my work schedule.

Thanks!

Hello everyone,

My name is Goran, writing to you from North Mexico. Much like most of you here, I’ve been dealing with psoriasis vulgaris for eight years now. It tends to flare up around my joints and on my hips, which is where it spreads most aggressively. Since I work in sheet metal fabrication, I’m curious if there might be a connection between my profession and the worsening of this condition? So far, "Belosalic" has yielded the best results for me, though I did start a regimen with "Zorac" two days ago. At the same time, I wanted to ask what people mean when they mention "Oil Springs"? Is that some sort of specialized medical facility dedicated to treating this disease—assuming such a thing even exists—and if so, does anyone have a location, phone number, email, or website? I would appreciate any insight you can provide. Thanks in advance.

Hello everyone,

My name is Goran, and I’m writing to you from North Mexico. Like many of you here, I’ve been dealing with psoriasis vulgaris for eight years now. It tends to flare up around my joints and on my hips, which is where it spreads most aggressively. Since my work involves sheet metal fabrication, I was wondering if there might be a connection between my profession and the worsening of this condition? So far, "Belosalic" has yielded the best results for my treatment, though I did just start a regimen with "Zorac" two days ago. On a separate note, could someone clarify what "Oil Springs" refers to? I’m trying to determine if it’s a specific medical institution dedicated to treating this disease—assuming such a thing even exists—and if so, does anyone have a location, phone number, email, or website? I would appreciate any insight you can offer. Thanks in advance.

🙏

urbangull said:Hi everyone,

My name is Goran and I’m writing to you from North Mexico. Like most of you here, I’ve been dealing with psoriasis vulgaris for eight years now. It shows up on my joints and my hips, which is where it spreads the most. I work in sheet metal fabrication, so I was wondering if there's any connection between my job and the flare-ups? So far, "Belosalic" has worked best for me, but I just started using "Zorac" two days ago. Also, could someone explain what "Oil Springs" refers to? Is it a specific clinic or facility that treats this condition? If so, does anyone have an address, phone number, email, or website? I'd really appreciate any info... Thanks in advance!

🙏

Oil Springs is a wellness retreat located in Ivanić Grad. Here is the link where you can find all their contact details and addresses: 😬

My kid’s been seeing Dr. Cherry in New York City for a few months now. Honestly, I was pretty stoked at first because using Aquaphor cleared up about 70% of the irritation. But lately, progress has hit a wall. Maybe I’m just losing my patience, but the results aren't what they used to be. Just so you know, this isn't a steroid cream, so you can grab it over the counter here in the USA.

Sean Taylor10 said:My child has been seeing Dr. Cherry in New York City for a few months now. I was quite pleased at first, as using Aquaphor cleared up about 70% of the affected skin. However, progress has slowed down significantly lately. Perhaps I’m just being impatient, but I'm feeling less optimistic. For the record, this cream isn't a steroid, and it's sold legally in the USA.

Well, it still contains steroids regardless.
So, thanks for nothing...😬

Aquaphor Ointment

Breakdown:
Aquaphor Ointment comes in a 100g tube with this mix: - Betamethasone dipropionate 17.5mg - Fluocinonide 17.5mg - Gentamicin Sulphate 35.000I.U. - Salicylic acid 5.- Panthenol 0.5g.

Look, I'm no doctor, so I did some digging online to see if there was any actual link to corticoids. I couldn't find a thing. I'd love to see someone actually prove your claim that this stuff contains steroids!

Sean Taylor10 said:Aquaphor Ointment

Presentation:
Aquaphor Ointment is presented in a 100g tube containing the following: - Betamethasone dipropionate 17.5mg - Fluocinonide 17.5mg - Gentamicin Sulphate 35.000I.U. - Salicylic acid 5.- Panthenol O.5g.

Since I’m no expert, I did some digging online to see if there was any link to cortisone, but nothing came up. I'd love to see someone actually prove the claim that this contains cortisone...

Here is the link: http://www.antiaging-systems.com/apruses/vipsogal.htm

And just to copy/paste a section:
The synthetic steroids betamethasone dipropionate and fluocinonide contribute the anti-inflammatory, anti-pruriginous, anti-exudative and anti-allergic effect of the preparation.

Just to confirm what I suspected—it’s effectively the same thing as Belosalic:

COMPOSITION

Belosalic ointment: one gram contains 0.5 mg of betamethasone dipropionate and 30 mg of salicylic acid. Inactive ingredients: liquid paraffin, white petrolatum.

So, Aquaphor and Belosalic are essentially the same cream/lotion; they both contain corticosteroids, so I wouldn't recommend them...
eto🙂

just so people are aware...

Thanks a ton! I was an idiot for listening to them claim Cherry isn't a steroid when Vipsogal actually is.
I'm stopping this treatment immediately. I really overdid it—I've been slathering this on my kid for five straight months under a doctor's supervision. Every single time, he gives me the same line about how "real" doctors don't just hand out corticosteroids like candy because they know exactly how much they thin out the skin and cause damage.

Sean Taylor10 said:Thanks so much! I was being foolish, listening to the claims about Cherry not being a corticosteroid...
I'm stopping this treatment immediately. I've been overdoing it by applying it to my child under medical supervision for five straight months. Every time we talk, he insists he isn't one of those doctors who just pushes steroids on patients without realizing how much they thin the skin and cause damage.

Exactly. There's been plenty of discussion about Aquaphor on this thread, and your post really pushed me to look up what's actually going on online...
It seems the doctor is just pushing his own agenda, selling people a cream as if it were some miracle cure when it's actually just an ordinary cream containing potent steroids, similar to what you'd find as Betamethasone in the US.

I've written quite a bit here about psoriasis and my own struggle with it. My condition improved significantly once I moved away from those aggressive preparations...

The main thing is to bathe your child daily and apply a body oil or cream afterward. If the itching persists, an antihistamine like Claritin can help reduce the discomfort...

And I would personally recommend a specific ointment that I use myself because it's gentle and effective. Many doctors worldwide prescribe it specifically for young children...
It's called PSORCUTAN (though in some countries it's known as Daivonex)
http://www.schering.com/dermatology.asp
http://www.psoriasis.org/treatment/p...ls/dovonex.php

Thanks a ton for the advice!