Psoriasis [PLEASE READ FIRST POST!]

Naphtha really does the trick. I wish I could just pair a session with some naphtha and a trip to the coast. Like, soak in the naphtha for a few days, then head straight to the beach.

Yeah, I'll try to pull that together, though my job might make things a little tricky

Hey there, so I’ve been dealing with some psoriasis on my elbows and a bit on my scalp lately. It runs in the family too—my dad deals with it, though his flare-ups are way more widespread than mine. I'm mostly just looking for some advice on how to actually clear this up, or even just ways to keep it from spreading further, because honestly, the last thing I want is for it to take over my whole body. Thanks in advance!

feralfox13 said:So what kind of ointment were you actually using?

Go back and read the old forum threads—start from way back in '28 or '29 through today. You'll find everything there, useful or otherwise. It'll give you the full picture of what other members have gone through.
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Best,

God bless you all! It’s been quite a while since I last popped onto the forum, so I thought I’d drop in and say hello! You might have noticed my absence—I’ve been spending almost every spare moment down at the coast, heading back home for just a few days at a time before rushing off again. That’s just the life of a musician for you; one gig, then a wedding, then the next gig... it never really stops. Anyway, I wanted to give you an update on my progress after two months of using the ointment (Izlečenov): the affected areas have shrunk significantly, and the changes have been quite steady. In certain spots, my skin has cleared up entirely, the color has blended back in with the surrounding skin, and even the stretch marks have vanished (my skin was looking pretty wrinkled at first). The patches I didn't expose to the sun (you know, under my swim trunks) are clear, though they remain quite a bit darker than the rest of me. As for the most stubborn and heavily affected areas—my forearms and thighs—I currently look a bit patchy, sort of like a mottled Dalmatian, but things are improving slowly and surely. Honestly, people who see me out at the beach every summer, as well as those who saw me at the start of this season, keep asking me what on earth happened to me. Since I’ve cycled through so many different creams and medications in the past, I have to admit I wasn't expecting such dramatic progress. I’m not trying to push any specific product here, but I truly believe anyone struggling with psoriasis for a long time should give this a shot. Oh, and just as a side note, I’ve also been taking a whole regimen of Herbalife supplements, omega-3, and evening primrose oil, which has actually helped my nails improve drastically too. I’m hoping to be completely clear within the next few weeks, and I'll check back in then. I think my treatment takes a little longer because, well, life happens—there are nights when I simply don't have the energy to apply it (I'll get home from a wedding around 8 or 9 in the morning and just collapse right where I stand). But even with those lapses, the Izlečenov ointment clearly works. By the way, if you're looking for the ointment from El Paso, it's worth buying it directly down there, as the price is 19 miles (roughly $40). It’s also working wonders on my scalp. I won't ramble on any longer—wishing you all the very best with your own journeys. God bless!

Mark Fox44 said:God, hey everyone. Haven't been on the forum in a bit, just checking in. You probably noticed I’m constantly hitting the coast and then heading back home for a few days. That’s just how it goes for us musicians—gig, wedding, gig... basically. Anyway, here’s my status after two months using the ointment (Izlečenov): all the affected areas have shrunk significantly, and things are settling down. In some spots, my skin has completely cleared up, the color matches the surrounding area now, and even the stretch marks are gone (my skin was pretty wrinkled at first). The parts I didn't tan (under my swim trunks) are clear, just darker than the rest. On the toughest, most stubborn spots like my forearms and thighs, I look kind of mottled right now, but it's steadily improving. People who see me out every summer, and those who saw me at the start of this season, keep asking what happened. Since I've tried plenty of different creams and meds before, I honestly wasn't expecting this much progress. Not trying to push a product, but I think anyone dealing with psoriasis long-term should give this a shot. Oh yeah, I'm also taking a ton of Herbalife pills, omega-3, and evening primrose oil, so my nails have improved drastically too. Hoping to be totally clear in the next few weeks, then I'll check back in. My treatment takes a bit longer because I occasionally miss a night of applying it—sometimes I get home from a wedding at 8 or 9 AM and just crash right where I am. Even so, the Izlečenov stuff clearly works. Btw, buying the ointment from El Paso directly is worth it since the price is 19 miles (around $40). It works great on my scalp too. Won't drone on any longer. Peace and hope you all feel better soon, God bless!

Thank God.
What instrument do you play, man? (I'm a drummer).
Regards.

Could someone please clarify how I should be using olive oil, St. John's Wort oil, and that Pavlovice cream...? Should I be applying them one at a time, or rotate through them every day? I'm a little confused about the best way to do this, and since I'm running pretty low on everything, I really want to make sure I'm using what's left effectively so I can maintain my skin... just trying to be mindful of my supplies, I guess...🙂

A friend of mine has a husband who’s been undergoing Mr. Antičević’s therapy regimen for about three months now—we're talking herbal teas, tonics, ointments, and a pretty intense diet—and he’s reporting some seriously impressive progress. 👍 He says the constant crying skin, the itching, and all that redness have basically vanished... his skin is almost entirely back to normal! Does anyone here have any insight or personal experience with this kind of approach?

Robert Smith6 said:Can someone explain how I should use the olive oil, St. John's Wort, and the Vaseline? Should I use them one at a time or rotate them daily? I'm a bit confused about which one works best. I don't have much left, so I'd like to make it last... modest, right?🙂

Apply the oils while your skin is still damp from the shower, but you can use the Vaseline on dry skin...🙂

Thanks so much, Chris Morgan67. I'm actually going to start this evening, and I really hope it makes a difference🙂I'm almost out of Psorcutan, and you can't find it anywhere here in the States. Do you happen to know if the pharmacy you use ships internationally, or do you have to be physically present in America to buy it?

Robert Smith6 said:Thanks so much, Chris Morgan67. I'm starting tonight, and I truly hope this helps.🙂I'm running low on my prescription, and you can't find it locally here. Do you happen to know if the pharmacy you use ships internationally, or does it have to be purchased within the US?

The site I use only handles orders within the US, specifically for Washington, D.C.🙂

Chris Morgan67 said:The place I usually grab stuff from—it’s really just geared toward the US, specifically Washington, D.C.🙂

Where exactly in Washington, D.C. is that, and what's the damage?

rapidpanther41 said:Where exactly in Washington, D.C. is that, and what’s the damage...

Frebel Pharmacy, located on 9th Avenue... up on the second floor... $63 A thirty-gram serving of fat...

Chris Morgan67 said:CVS Pharmacy, 9th Avenue... it's in the building on the 2nd floor $63 a 30g tube of ointment

Hmm. If I'm reading the exchange rate right ($63=$30), you're paying that much for 30 grams of grease that basically just keeps things steady—with varying degrees of success—and requires constant application.
Give me some actual numbers if you can remember them: how long have you been using this stuff, and how long does one 30g tube actually last you?

I seem to recall being accused of overcharging people and profiting off someone else's misery just the other day.

With faith in God,

Michael Ramos3 said:Hm, if my math is right using the current exchange rate ($63=30 USD) for 30 grams of ointment that merely manages symptoms (with varying degrees of success) and requires constant application...
Could you provide some specifics (if you can recall)? How long have you been using this, and how long does a single 30g dose actually last?

I seem to recall being accused recently of overcharging or profiting from someone else's misfortune...

With faith in God

A single dose lasts me anywhere from six months to a year. Someone asked for information, so I provided it. If that's an issue, report me to the moderator and I'll remove the link if they instruct me to...

It seems you're still bothered by what I wrote previously, so perhaps it's best for your own peace of mind if you simply stop reading my posts...🙂

Chris Morgan67 said:A single dose lasts me anywhere from six months to a year. Someone asks for info, I give it. If you have an issue with that, report me to the mod and they can pull my address if they want.

I see you’re still getting worked up over things I wrote or am currently writing. My advice? Save yourself the headache and just stop reading my posts.🙂

It’s not true that I’m offended by anything you wrote about me. It's other people's results and metrics that bother me, and those are different issues entirely. You didn't personally accuse me of being too expensive—other members did. This isn't personal, sorry.
The thing is, your own posts are inconsistent. About two months ago, you were telling new users not to bother commenting on my presence because I haven't produced any results. Then, just a few days ago, you're warmly welcoming "lidu 74" and her brand-new situation. These two stances completely contradict each other.
Are you backing down from what you said before, or are you still standing by it?
Everything I said five months ago, I still stand by today.

Look, just mind your own business and stop overanalyzing my posts. They aren't your concern, much like my personal relationships aren't yours...

Chris Morgan67, I honestly admire how you managed to fight through this illness. You really deserve a round of applause for your persistence—only people who have actually been through it understand what that takes. Personally, I spent over a year struggling with this myself, and it’s only just now that I can finally say I’ve gotten past it.🙂.......
Thanks for the advice on those essential oils, too. I’ve actually started incorporating that therapy into my routine...🙂

Robert Smith6 said:Chris Morgan67, I truly admire how you managed to overcome this illness. You deserve credit for your persistence; only those who have lived through it understand. Personally, I struggled with this for over a year, and only now can I say I've finally moved past it...🙂.......
thanks for the advice on using oils; I've started that "therapy" as well.🙂

Thank you for the kind words.👍
It’s wonderful that you managed to get this tedious condition under control on your own... only we know how draining it can be at times. Fortunately, the human spirit is resilient...🙂

I hope this oil "therapy" works for you too... right now, I'm just sticking to olive oil and Johnson's Baby Oil.

Anyone heard anything about that herbalist out in Knoxville who makes that psoriasis ointment? I hate to sound like I’m running an ad here, but seriously. Has anyone actually tried it?