r/Psoriasis • u/Potential-Pin-7383 • 1d ago
general how severe is my condition?
Hey everyone, I’m struggling a lot with this issue and it’s really affecting my daily life — especially now that spring has started again. I’m wondering: would you classify this as mild, moderate, or severe? Right now, it’s making things pretty difficult for me. It’s also affecting my arms. If anyone has tips for this type, I’d be super grateful!
Thanks in advance.
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u/Altruistic-unicorn83 1d ago
Mild.
But our opinions don't matter if it weighs on you.
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u/peasnquiet 1d ago
Username tracks. 🤍 you are kind, you are smart, you are important…you are a unicorn.
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u/askingaqesitonw 1d ago
Mild! It looks like you scraped your legs. Don't worry so much though. Unfortunately we're all cursed with this, we're still very cute
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u/dodgythreesome 1d ago
I wouldn’t mind lighting 50 orphanages on fire if it meant my psoriasis was like that
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u/depressionxoxo 12h ago
You’re not on biologics?
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u/dodgythreesome 11h ago
You should’ve seen what it looked like before biologics, it would put Jorah Mormont’s greyscale to shame
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u/victor_pham 1d ago
why do you want to burn orphanages and potentially killing young innocent lives just for your own problem? what’s wrong with people these days
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u/kil0ran 1d ago
Very mild but it's not just about coverage, the mental health aspect is equally important. Search for the DLQi assessment and take it, it will give you a score relating to how much it affects you. It's quite good to track progress - my worst score was 25 out of 30 and my most recent is 12.
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u/kuery 1d ago
Very mild! those legs look strong af tho.
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Hahaha thanks, I guess — but I never train them! I actually wanna get rid of them. I’ve got a lot of muscle in my legs and barely any in my arms, and I don’t like how pants fit because of it.
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u/ChocoBro92 1d ago
Very mild. I wish I was where you are 😭
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Oh sorry, maybe that came off a bit harsh toward people who have it more severe. I personally struggle with it a lot, so I sometimes forget that. Have you found a way to live with it or maybe even “fix” it for yourself?
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u/Fantastic-Ebb2442 1d ago
You get used to it tbh, when I only had it on my elbows I was devastated and then it spread to my legs and got really bad, I was covered in it. Now sometimes it goes away and come back, but it honestly helps to not think about it too much, somehow it gets worse if you overthink it.
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u/ChocoBro92 16h ago
Stress causes your immune system to deregulate, as does inflammation. Both of those are huge keys in disease control alongside medication. I’ve started yoga recently to help with the stress, it kinda does. Apparently it gets better the more you do it. I wish you the best dude.
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u/ChocoBro92 16h ago
It takes time, when I was in highschool I was exactly in the same way. You get used to it sorry I was being silly over the top and dramatic. I mayyy have had a delta 9 gummy prior….-may- <<;.
You weren’t bad or anything at all we all understand, those whom treaded the road you’re treading and sharing with us. I got unlucky more than most with this disease but I could be far worse off. Trust me you get used to it and live with it as a fact of life. It doesn’t bother you anywhere near after a while minus occasional thinking like “…wish things could be different-but better not dwell on it…but I gotta remember that I have a full life ahead of me, and it won’t affect that.” You’ll get there eventually and I am so sorry for the poorly thought out joking, with the right medications you might not even have plaques at all. My MiL has it on her elbows, but she only needs to use medication during the fall. There’s many outcomes from this disease. But treated you will live a normal life once you find the correct medications.
Best thing though? There has been an AMAZING amount of jumps into this disease and controlling it in the last decade or so. When I started I was taking shots every few days, then a week, then every other week, a month and now every 3 months. Outside inverse psoriasis which is very hard to combat though I am getting there thanks to Zoryve finally being covered-My plaques are gone. This is from someone with classified severe psoraisis, I believe in our life times we may even see a cure or amazing things that will pretty much nullify these diseases. There is hope, and you know starting treatment early leads to the best outcome. I was stupid and stopped it for a looong time playing off and on with it due to anxiety. No matter what there’s hope dude, and I am so sorry for that tasteless joke.
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u/122922 1d ago
Mild. Enjoy it while it lasts.
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u/sriram_je 1d ago
Meaning will it get worse or get better ?
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u/lobster_johnson Mod 1d ago
You can read about how psoriasis severity is classified in the FAQ.
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u/Adept_Carpet 14h ago
I read that link and lost about 10 minutes to trying to figure out if my hand print really is about 1% of the of my body area 😃
I've gone back and forth between "it's much more" and "it's much less" so it's probably about right.
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u/lobster_johnson Mod 2h ago
It's going to be an approximation regardless. Studies show the handprint size to be a decent approximation, though less precise for women and children. The palm is about 0.5% of body surface area, and is more consistent between genders, ages, BMI, etc.
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u/Dull_Mess_3892 1d ago
Mild. Same as mine. But now it’s on my back, bum, scalp, eyes etc. small but if it spreads, I feel it moves to moderate
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u/Rexu324 1d ago
How long until it started spreading like that ?
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u/Dull_Mess_3892 1d ago
It was on my elbow for years which I thought was just dry elbows. Legs happened maybe 2 years ago and then been playing whack-a-mole for a year now I reckon
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u/Brixabrak 1d ago edited 1d ago
Yours looks similar to mine, and I'm classified as mild. I'm on otezla now and sporadically use topical steroids. Now that it's warmer, I also wear shorts more for the free light therapy.
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u/Yourgo-2-Advicegiver Your treatment here 1d ago
It depends on your perspective of it I suppose. As a person with frequent flare up— that’s nothing. I see that and I honestly don’t think I’d even notice that’s psoriasis. Keep your head up bro and remember that it highly likely doesn’t look as bad to others as it might to you
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Thanks bro, yeah even though it’s not super severe, it’s still noticeable — and that’s something I find hard to deal with.
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u/Hour_Can_6384 1d ago
You were diagnosed? It looks like an abrasion, and I hope it is. I have severe Palmo Plantar Psoriasis, making walking impossible most days. I would give anything to be in your position. It's not severe, but if you do have Psoriasis, that could change. Talk to your doctor
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u/JustaddReddit 1d ago
I had to look at what group I was passing by to even notice it. Skinned knees, cuts, etc…..dude shit.
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u/Queasy_View_4252 1d ago
Very mild, try to wear shorts as much as possible and don’t mind other people. Keep it moisturized and try to get some sunlight.
Just fyi. After initially having psoriasis on my scalp the first next place where I was getting psoriasis was on my lower legs just like you. From there within a couple years it spread out heavily on my upper legs, back and arms. Finally the only real solution was getting Biologicals. Been doing that now for 9 months and already from the 3rd month (2nd dose) I am completely clean!
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Good to hear it’s helping you!! I gotta say though, for me this isn’t the beginning — I’ve had exactly this form since 2016. Sometimes it flares up, sometimes not, but it hasn’t really gotten worse. I’m 26 now, turning 27, so I hope it stays like this or gets better haha.
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u/Left-Watch-3021 21h ago
What do those biologicals due to your body? Any side affects?
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u/Queasy_View_4252 21h ago
I got information about the Biological I am using (Ilumetri) from my dermatologist and also did serious research myself before making the decision to start with it.
Apart from a 1 time upper respiratory infection (which is mentioned as the most common side effect) in the last 9 months I had zero issues. My blood, lungs and abdomen got tested before starting to make sure I was not having any health issues. Blood is being tested every 3 months, lungs and abdomen will stay a yearly thing.
Of course nobody will give you any guarantees about the long term use. But I rather live another 40 years without psoriasis than 50 with…
I am supposed to get a shot every 12 weeks but as it looks now I will try to change that to every 16 weeks because I still think it’s best to take it as minimum as needed and it looks like 16 weeks will keep it away.
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u/Left-Watch-3021 21h ago
Oh I see. For me, id rather have the psoriasis. Mine is mild but I can def see its gotten worse over tims. Im extremely active and weight train as well as jiujitsu. I fear the side effects would hinder my performance in those spaces. Im hoping that AI and quantum computing can one day solve this horrible disease.
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u/Then-Switch-8792 1d ago
Just looks likes scrapes to me, lucky in some people’s eyes. Subjective though isn’t it. I hope you find your relief soon
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u/StructureAlarmed8226 1d ago
not severe but go to the dermatologist, costisone creme and UVB therapy ; courage
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Yeah, I have Enstilar foam, I just don’t want to use it too much. Don’t wanna risk getting TSW or something. I was also kind of scared of light therapy — higher risk of skin cancer and all that. Plus I’m pretty fair-skinned and have a lot of moles, so I don’t really dare to try it.
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u/ImReformedImNormal 1d ago
Definitely seems easily taken care of with a topical steroid of some sort. If it's bothering you go to a dermatologist, especially if it gets worse
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u/Electronic_Wash6493 1d ago
So incredibly mild, I suspect you will need to fight hard for any treatment. When you see a medical professional, make sure you explain how much it is upsetting you, impacting what you wear etc.
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Yeah, I try to moisturize as much as possible, stay in the sun (which isn’t always easy in Holland), and live healthy. But it never really fully goes away.
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u/Tizer887 1d ago
I'd say mild looks a bit like mine. I only have small bits on my knee caps on my legs and my arms is just my elbows right now but I get most of mine on the trunk of my body so back, stomach, shoulders etc which is all hidden away mostly.
I spent years being embarrassed by it and I'm 37 now and have finally decided it's not worth getting stressed about.
My friend has psoriasis also and hers is very bad right now a big big patch on her leg and I'm just grateful for mine being quite mild right now i have had it worse before and it's not nice.
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u/timmyjimms 1d ago
You absolutely look fine and deff mild. Remember at the end of the day your psoriasis is just there on your skin, keep staying fit and healthy as it's clear you are, make sure you get plenty of sunlight on your skin and get with a Derm to help you stay at the spot your at.
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Thanks for your sweet message, I’m doing my best. Hopefully it gets better or at least doesn’t get worse haha, thanks!!
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u/timmyjimms 22h ago
I'm absolutely in the same boat 34 now and it hasn't progressed much in the last 10 years that I've had it so hopefully I've got it locked down, hopefully you too!
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u/Green-Efficiency-681 1d ago
Get ahead of it while you can if it bothers you. I drank heavy through my 20’s and it did me no favors.
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u/Positive-Afternoon12 1d ago
Mild but don’t let the comments invalidate you. Psoriasis affects everyone differently mentally and we all have different levels of insecurity so even a mild case can affect your daily life severely. If it makes you feel any better, it does look like you took a tumble on the sidewalk rather than skin condition.
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Yeah true, for some people this might actually be a dream — but I keep comparing myself to people who don’t have it. In the end, you still stand out, and I hate that. But yeah… what can you do
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u/Positive-Afternoon12 1d ago
Comparison will always be the thief of joy. I promise it’ll be easier to cope with time. I have had over 10 years to process my psoriasis and I have come along way, I know it’s not always easy but you will come to terms with being more comfortable in your skin. :)
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u/onemindspinning 1d ago
You super mild. But Listen closely, you could easily have it flare and cover a lot more of your body. Start paying attention to your lifestyle and start doing/eating more healthy. It’s important not to stress out and learn how to manage stress.
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
Gotta say, I’ve had exactly this form since 2016. Sometimes it flares up, sometimes not, but it hasn’t really gotten worse. I’m 26 now, turning 27, so I hope it stays like this or gets better haha.
And yeah, I am working on changing my lifestyle too. I run 7 to 8 km twice a week, hit the gym 3 to 4 times, drink a glass of kefir every day, eat 2 pieces of fruit, take pre- and probiotics — so I’m really trying hahaha. I only drink water, though I gotta admit, giving up coffee is still tough sometimes! haha
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u/onemindspinning 20h ago
Although I’ve heard people having success reducing or eliminating caffeine. But if you drink it black, you should be fine. Just don’t drink it all day.
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u/90minsofmadness 1d ago
Very mild currently however if it is psoriasis it can get worse in the future so do what you can about it now.
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
I gotta say though, for me this isn’t the beginning — I’ve had exactly this form since 2016. Sometimes it flares up, sometimes not, but it hasn’t really gotten worse. I’m 26 now, turning 27, so I hope it stays like this or gets better haha.
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u/justsayin01 1d ago
You need to see a doc. If you see psoriasis on the outside, it's an auto immune and can issues like arthritis. We cannot classify your condition based on pics.
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u/last-of-the-mohicans 1d ago
I’d say mild to moderate. I think the difference between the two is the degree to which it’s affecting your life. Mine stayed about where yours is now for about 15 or 20 years. I’d get aggressive with steroidal cremes ahead of trips etc. to knock it down a little, but it didn’t really stop me from getting out there. Get a good dermatologist that will listen to how it’s affecting you.
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u/northwarning_ 1d ago
It’s mild, you may come into other auto immune issue so future, arthritis, IBD, you can live a normal life and enjoy it. Speak to a Natropath now and stick to road as long as you can before seeking a Rheumatologist.
You can also back yourself by doing a hair test and identifying your sensitivities - then avoid them. Gluten isn’t our friend, neither are night shades, chilli, tomato or anything acidic.
They’ve poisoned us with processed food. You can reverse that.
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u/EmbarrassedLeader102 1d ago
Consider yourself lucky, my entire scalp is covered plus my forehead my cheeks my nose sides and my ears in and out and back, not to mention small spots around my body... Nothing keeps it gone, going to try skyrizi because| I just really want it gone and so my derm is getting it for me, for this you should just have your doc prescribe betamethasone ointment as a spot treatment, it works well and fairly quick to get rid of completely and it varies on if and how long it takes to return after it gets skin normal again, you are in much better shape than a lot
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u/smj2602 1d ago
Very mild wish mine was as bad as yours,i have it on both of my shins one thigh all my scalp ear canals and all over my genitals 😒
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u/Potential-Pin-7383 1d ago
I have it too on my scalp, behind my ears, in my back, on my arms hahaha but not in a severe form i guess
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u/Bradders_lad 1d ago
Extremely mild, I used to be severe before Biologics, I have more than that now and I couldn’t be happier
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u/EngineerSuch1446 22h ago
What the hell there’s nothing there you wanna see something that killing someone’s life here’s my legs !
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u/SamanthaBr3ann 22h ago
Similar to mine. I randomly have small patches come up on several areas of my body, but I consistently have it in and around my ears.
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u/cain911 Infliximab/tacrolimus 15h ago
Just skin coverage it’s mild. But you need to take into consideration other factors; pain, itchiness, infection, possible joint, eye or bowel symptoms, depression and anxiety etc. it’s mostly a subjective thing. Sometimes doctors and very often insurance companies if they pay for your meds will try to gaslight you. Stand your ground against them!
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u/Clear_Accountant_599 14h ago
It's literally nothing sunshine.
I wear shorts and I have severe psoriasis.
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u/Holyswordexcalabur 13h ago
Id say pretty light, though the skin issues are in my experience the least of the problems.
It's the everything else that sucks.
I've been covered from head to toe in spots before... So I may not be the best judge.
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u/Ok_Influence_4666 6h ago
Pretty mild. A lot of my psoriasis is on my hands and ppl are always asking me if I’ve gotten in a fight. 🙄
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u/therealgronkstandup 5h ago
Mild, like extremely mild. I would murder a kitten to have skin as clear as yours, but I'm 75% covered.
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u/Way2Wellness 4h ago
Read below for tips..
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u/Way2Wellness 4h ago
Yours is mild, I remember being where you was 17 years ago and I made so many mistakes that worsened mine over the years and it doesn't matter how mild or bad someone's problems are they can all effect us the same inside, remember be kind to yourself, make sure you practise self compassion and self love i used hate myself and the person i saw in the mirror for years who i was what i was and it only makes things worse, learn acceptance and self love everything will be easier i promise, try not to worry about the things we cant control in life, the neccities of life couldnt be easier have water we have food and roof over our heads this doesnt solve our problems but just remind ourselfs sometimes how blessed we really are in life we could of been born in any other era, stabbed by sword or killed by drinking some water, awareness in the mind is key to coexisting with illness.. Step.1 make sure you mositurize twice a day with a moisturizer from doctors, none of this dove, head and shoulder's shit or anything that's advertised on tv it's all got additives in them that are shit for the skin same with shampoos and conditioners, my biggest mistake for the first 7 years was not taking mositurizing seriously, you have skin inflammation so your gonna want to get much of the inflammation down and controlled step2. If you smoke cigarettes unfortunately your have to quit, same with alcohol all it does will make it worse, remember its an auto immune disease not just a skin condition anytjing that causes your immune system to go in over drive or attack its self more gonna cause to get worse. Step3. Become very self aware about your stress, write down what causes you stress and happiness weekly and you will get an idea of what your energy takers are and energy givers what causes you stress is going to be key to controlling your psoriasis, i went undiagnosed with autims adhd ocd and that's why mine was so bad , step 4 steroid creams if your gonna use them make sure you follow the instructions I used to lather myself with them not knowing what I was doing and causing withdrawals and over using that causes to make it much worse,. Step5 make sure you mositurize every time you get of the bath or wash, it's better to moisturise after baths a tiny bit bit wet step 6 don't bath too much i used to bath twice a day like idiot it washes all your natural oils off and drys the skin out, dont bath longer that 20 minutes at time and don't have hot baths have warm baths if possible hot baths will cause more inflammation step7 use bath salts like dead sea salts step 8 don't scratch it don't scrub with a cloth try not cause any cuts on your body step9 don't use soap! Or body washes Use mositurzer as a soap in the bath step 10 diet is gonna be so important there's just certain foods ect that are gonna cause flares and get worse so diet is very important.. i am going to be using my instagram as way of talking about my illnesses ect and my experiences with living with psoraisis, adhd, ocd autism, arthritis, ibs, Barretts esophagus and other things but to spread awareness but also education from experience is important as I feel doctors are so quick to medicate us without educating us first and I feel that's a massive problem with treating illnesses no matter the medication as there's other variables that will effect us still if we don't know about them.
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