What is Psoriasis
Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disease which affects the skin and joints. When it affects the skin it commonly appears as red scaly elevated patches called plaques. Psoriasis plaq...
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Good Morning, I have been recently told I have Psoriasis by a doctor that spent all of 5 minutes with me. It started as a little round patch of red dry skin on my one elbow. It was about the size of a dime, then a nickel and now a quarter. It doesn't look like any of the photos I have been able to find in the web. I had it for about 5 months and then little new ones started to pop up on my arms and legs. It actually looks like chicken pocs. They will be red, and form a layer of dry skin on them. Some as small as a pin head others larger. I then developed what I thought was extreme dandruff and started using very dandruff shampoo and conditioner under the sun. That only got worse along with more "spots". Next I started having extreme itching in my vaginal area that made me think I had a yeast infection and, as if all the other wasn't enough, I developed issues in my butt area. I finally went to the doctor who looked at me for 30 seconds, said I had psoriasis and wrote a prescription for Vectical and Ultravate creams with a treatment regimen outlined. For my scalp she gave me Luxiq foam. None of which seems to be helping my situation. I just really didn't need this now as I am sure anyone of you reading this did not either. I am unemployed and not having any luck finding a job. I have other health issues that I deal with everyday and take medication for. Now I am embrassed to go out of the house, not to mention my relationship with my husband of 40 years is strained because I am very ashamed and embrassed about my body right now. I just wish I could crawl in a hole somewhere. Has anyone out there used any of these meds? Any advice that anyone can give me would be greatly appreciated. I really don't understand too much about this ailment. I lived through 57 years of life without it and all off a sudden I get it?? Just can't wait for the next punishment in life..I saw that some remarks say about scratching makes more of them. I have a tendency to pick things. They start as what looks almost like a bug bite and I do scratch them and then there is more. It that what is making it multiply? Any knowledge anyone can share would be sooo helpful to me please. Thank you in advance and God Bless.
Posted on 10/15/09, 10:10 am |
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Hi Daisy, I am so sorry to hear of your recent outbreak! I have not personally used the meds you have mentioned, but my dad did use a foam about a year ago for his scalp psoriasis. Not 100% if it is the same as you mentioned. But he said that the foam made his scalp extremely greasy. It is awful to go all the way through life & then be challenged with such a disease, but honestly...I believe I would trade with you in a minute! My outbreak was at age 17...Imagine that! I completely relate with your every word as many of us here will...I know that scratching make it look worse, but I'm pretty sure it doesn't cause it to spread. But be careful, any kind of skin lesion can turn to psoriasis, even one as simple as a scratch! Use the meds & keep moisturized! That is the key to managing the itch. We all know how embarrassed it can be......I still wear jeans in the summer, Or at the shortest....Capris! Im only 30.....I should be sleeping in shorts!!! Don't let it get the best of you, There are people here that are willing to listen any time you need to let it out! Your Friend, Misty 
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Thank you so very much for the words of encouragement. I do know that I am so very lucky in so many ways in life. I look around me sometimes and see and hear the challenges and heartbreak that many people face everyday and I thank god for my blessings. I think this was just the icing on the cake, so to speak for me. I am going through some difficult things right now and I think this just threw me over the edge. I am trying to find work to make a living and now I feel like my chances are even slimmer because who will hire someone with this all over them. Everyday I get out of bed it is something new to deal with. It is also very hard to talk with anyone about this because people that don't have it, just don't understand and think it is no big deal. I think the word "disease" really makes it worse too because you know that makes it something that is never going to go away and will always be lerking just around every corner even if it does go away for awhile. I am so glad I found this site because it allows me to vent and not be judged. For that I am grateful today. I do want people to know that this scalp foam I am using "Luxiq" does not make your scalp oily, and believe it or not almost makes you hair feel silky. It has relieved the itching somewhat also and the flaking has lessen some. The doctor said it is brand new out. I will update as I continue to use it in case it might help someone else. I think that is another thing that really makes me mad about this. Now every morning and night, I have to put foam in my head and rub two creams all over my body..it does suck. But, there are people that have to have chemo and dialysis everyday and I am sure they would much rather use foam and cream. I really am thankful for everything good in my life, and I am grateful for this site that allows me to feel, just a little sorry for myself for a little while..Take Care all and try to have a wonderful day. God Bless
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Well Daisyblue, you need to stop and take a deep breath. First let me say, having psoriasis (P) is not the end of the world. You have a lot of people in your situation and they are here to help. You should be able to find a lot of information about P on this site and the National Psoriasis Foundation.
I have had P or over 35 years. I have never had a clear day since the day my first lesion showed. Stress is the number one trigger for this ailment. Your situation as you describe it is surely the reason for your breakout. But, you should know that you have carried the gene since birth and just now it was activated by stress and sometimes by strep throat. Usually when children begin to see the lesions it is because of strep throat. Keep using the RX that was prescribed. You will want to take it slow. Don't go for the strongest drug to start because you will learn that this diease will build up a tolerance for medicines very easily so take small steps. Remember, nothing will help until you get the stress under control. You need to rest as much as possible and try to manage one day at a time or you will become to overwhelmed. Now, you know you have nothing to be ashamed of. Your husband loves you and I am sure this condition will not change that. Talk to him. Let him know you are embarrassed and uncomfortable about you body now and ask for his patience. I think you will be pleasantly surprised. With that taken care of, you will be able to better handle your situation. Last thing. Come here often. Reading about what works for others and sharing your story will help you feel part of a family that understands your day to day struggle. I will pray for you and your family. Don't forget, turn to your loved ones. They will be there for you if you let them. Amy
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