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It can be a big shock when you get diagnosed with psoriasis and it is a life changer. So I thought it would be a good idea to compose a list of tips from those of us that have been living with it for a while and pass on our top tips to the newly diagnosed.
*The following tips are from our members and not listed in any order of importance. We are all just people from all walks of life and have no medical training, but between us we have a vast knowledge about psoriasis, it's treatment and what it's like to live with it.
Talk: Don't keep it to yourself. Share with your friends, family, colleagues and our members here.
Read: You have Psoriasis, try to get some knowledge about your disease, it will make you a better partner for your dermatologist in order to find the best treatment for you.
Get a referral: Don't keep going to a General Practitioner (GP) who can only prescribe creams and ointments, if it's not clearing up ask for a referral to a dermatologist who has a full arsenal of treatments to help.
Tell: Tell your dermatologist all your problems not just about the skin, tell them how it affects your day to day life If you don't they will think you aren't bothered and possibly give you an inferior cheap treatment
Scams: Watch out for scams, there is no cure but you will find a lot of contradictions to that which are designed to empty your wallet and make the scammers rich.
Don't let it get you down: You don't look as bad as you think and anybody that does not like it can go and do the other !!
Appointment support: Take someone to your Dermatologist appointment. They seem to treat you a little differently and having another person allows two sides of the same point to be made. There is also the benefit of extra recall of the consultation.
Applying Topicals: Always apply any topical in the direction of how your hair lies (the grain) it helps avoid more irritation to the skin. Also apply at least half an hour after moisturising for the best absorption.
Injections: They are only under the skin and although a bit daunting at first you soon get used to them. Remove from the fridge 20 minutes before use to help stop the slight stinging sensation.
Clothing: Always wear 100% cotton clothes; ie, t-shirts, trousers, underwear etc. Avoid polyester, nylon etc because they will irritate your skin.
Under arm deodorant: Make sure that your deodorant contains no alcohol.
Moisturiser: Use raw virgin coconut oil it has natural healing properties in it too.
Instant relief: Keep a bottle of your favourite moisturiser in the fridge. The cooling really helps with the irritation.
You’re not alone: People all around have it too they might just be good at hiding it.
Anti histamine: Use a supermarket own brand non-drowsey anti histamine to help with the itching. (Always read the instructions before taking)
Frozen peas: For a quick relief from the dreaded itch try a bag of frozen peas, hold it on the itchy zone for a couple of minutes.
Also worth a look:
Types Of Psoriasis Explained
Is Psoriasis Contagious?
Psoriasis Myths and History
Thank you to those members that contributed, I'm sure your input will help those newly diagnosed with psoriasis
I will close this thread and make it sticky so it's easy to find. If you are a member of Psoriasis Club and have a tip you think would help please post in this thread:
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*The following tips are from our members and not listed in any order of importance. We are all just people from all walks of life and have no medical training, but between us we have a vast knowledge about psoriasis, it's treatment and what it's like to live with it.
Talk: Don't keep it to yourself. Share with your friends, family, colleagues and our members here.
Read: You have Psoriasis, try to get some knowledge about your disease, it will make you a better partner for your dermatologist in order to find the best treatment for you.
Get a referral: Don't keep going to a General Practitioner (GP) who can only prescribe creams and ointments, if it's not clearing up ask for a referral to a dermatologist who has a full arsenal of treatments to help.
Tell: Tell your dermatologist all your problems not just about the skin, tell them how it affects your day to day life If you don't they will think you aren't bothered and possibly give you an inferior cheap treatment
Scams: Watch out for scams, there is no cure but you will find a lot of contradictions to that which are designed to empty your wallet and make the scammers rich.
Don't let it get you down: You don't look as bad as you think and anybody that does not like it can go and do the other !!
Appointment support: Take someone to your Dermatologist appointment. They seem to treat you a little differently and having another person allows two sides of the same point to be made. There is also the benefit of extra recall of the consultation.
Applying Topicals: Always apply any topical in the direction of how your hair lies (the grain) it helps avoid more irritation to the skin. Also apply at least half an hour after moisturising for the best absorption.
Injections: They are only under the skin and although a bit daunting at first you soon get used to them. Remove from the fridge 20 minutes before use to help stop the slight stinging sensation.
Clothing: Always wear 100% cotton clothes; ie, t-shirts, trousers, underwear etc. Avoid polyester, nylon etc because they will irritate your skin.
Under arm deodorant: Make sure that your deodorant contains no alcohol.
Moisturiser: Use raw virgin coconut oil it has natural healing properties in it too.
Instant relief: Keep a bottle of your favourite moisturiser in the fridge. The cooling really helps with the irritation.
You’re not alone: People all around have it too they might just be good at hiding it.
Anti histamine: Use a supermarket own brand non-drowsey anti histamine to help with the itching. (Always read the instructions before taking)
Frozen peas: For a quick relief from the dreaded itch try a bag of frozen peas, hold it on the itchy zone for a couple of minutes.
Also worth a look:
Types Of Psoriasis Explained
Is Psoriasis Contagious?
Psoriasis Myths and History
Thank you to those members that contributed, I'm sure your input will help those newly diagnosed with psoriasis
I will close this thread and make it sticky so it's easy to find. If you are a member of Psoriasis Club and have a tip you think would help please post in this thread:
[Group Specific]