Contracted Psoriasis during Desert Storm and on Biologics

[Grizzly Bear]

Hello All,

So glad there is a board with others to empathize. A little background...

I contracted Psoriasis during Desert Storm in 1990 from CARC and depleted uranium and was sick with a 103.4 degree temperature for two weeks. I was hospitalized and flown to Weisbaden, Germany for observation. My military medical record concludes with "...probable bacterial syndrome". Needless to say, I've had an open case with the VA for over 25 years and have been denied service connection five times.

With that stated, I've felt my "Psoriasis" has been misdiagnosed and unique. The reason is due to all the "successful" therapies and medications I've taken over three decades ranging from: natural therapies, Otezla, Stelara, Humira, Enbrel, Corticosteroids and various light therapies. None have been successful and have resulted in unique side effects (e.g. psoriatic "doughnuts" on my skin, extreme behavioral changes, etc.). My "coverage" has ranged from 20% to 90% and is asymmetric.

My latest visit to the doctor resulted in prescribing Cosentyx with 8 syringes as a "loading dose".

I am curious if anyone has experiences these strange symptoms, had similar side effects or contracted Psoriasis in the military. Also, what should I expect from taking Cosentyx.

Thanks for the advice and I welcome your comments.

Kevin to the mad house


I fully understand what you say mate in your introduction.

Consentyx is the best thing since sliced bread. I’m on it and it’s cleared my psoriasis up good and proper.

Fingers crossed that you get the same results too Kevin

Hope you stick around and keep us all updated with your progress.

GB