What's it like having psoriasis?

[Kat]

We have a pool in the back yard (just one of those above ground types but large enough to relax in) and at my worst, I wouldn't even go swimming in it. It wasn't self consciousness that bothered me, just that I didn't want to shed all those scales in the pool! Perhaps a bit silly of me and I think I'll get some swimming in this year (or splashing anyway, it's only 4 feet of water and 24 feet across)

We did go on vacation last year, stayed at a hotel that had a splash park and pools. I was the most covered up person around and sat on the side lines. Not a fun place for someone with psoriasis, but I did enjoy watching the grandkids have fun.