Exciting news!!!

[browneyedgirl]

Just went to my dermatologist yesterday and have been using Cosentyx since May 7th....she told the nurse that my psoriasis is at 0% coverage.....and it's true! She gave my scalp a thorough check (that's my most stubborn place for psoriasis) and checked me all over and I'm clear. So happy! THEN she said something I didn't think I would ever hear, "If you are still clear at your next 6 month appointment, I will only need to see you once a year." What?! Only once a year?! I couldn't believe what I was hearing. She also recommended that I talk with my rheumatologist to see about cutting back on methotrexate - psoriatic arthritis has been a little slower to respond to Cosentyx than my skin. Can you believe that though? 0% coverage on my skin. I am so happy with my results. Slight stomach issues have not been too bad and have been the only side effect I've experienced. Definitely manageable. I want this to encourage others. Stick with it, there is a treatment out there that will help. It might not be Cosentyx, but keep working with your doctors and experimenting with your diet (I've read that really has helped some people - I didn't find any difference when I cut out certain foods for months, but everyone is different). What doesn't work for one - may work for another. Now, if I could just find a way to stay asleep all night....hmmmm. I know I'm going to have to get some caffeine this afternoon around 2 or 3pm just to help me stay awake. 

Today is a good day for a good day!