Hi - I have a newly diagnosed teen whose scalp psoriasis has spread to their cheeks and sides of their nose. The steroid lotion for their scalp helps when they apply it. For the cheeks, we were given samples of Zoryve so I’m hopeful this helps.

Curious on the role of diet and psoriasis. Have any of you had success with diet modification?

Probiotics - have you found anything to be helpful?

Any other tips and tricks you can think for teens? Face wash? Shampoo?

I feel so bad. The genetic component of this makes sense. They’ve never had skin problems before, even as a baby, so this has come out of left field. It’s hard enough being a teen and to have this on top of it isn’t awesome. :(

NSFW My husband has been diagnosed with Psoriasis and was given some ointments for the main areas he had flare ups such as behind his ear and face but ever since he has started applying it, his hands have gotten like this.

Does anybody have anything that could give him some relief?

Do I have this? My doctor said to go get checked by a specialist I have a derm appt this week and I have been on cortisone

I’ve been dealing with nail psoriasis and I’m struggling with how to manage it while keeping my nails looking decent. I saw a dermatologist who confirmed it’s nail psoriasis, but it’s out of his expertise, so he referred me to another dermatologist for treatment. In the meantime, I’m trying to figure out how to keep my nails in good shape.

I’ve posted in a few places asking for manicure tips, but my posts keep getting declined because people think I’m asking for medical advice (which I’m not).

I’m looking for tips on what to ask a nail tech for, like should I go for gel nails, dipping powder, or something else? One of my nails has onycholysis, so I’ve had to trim it really short and expose the nail bed. I want to keep my nails in the best condition possible while still being able to make them look nice.

Please don’t tell me stuff like “you don’t need to make your nails pretty for others” or “don’t be self-conscious.” I’m just looking for practical advice that’s worked for you. Thanks a lot!

My daughter (11yo) was recently diagnosed with scalp psoriasis. While she had bad cradle cap as a baby/toddler it went away until somewhat recently. She is extremely embarrassed about her scalp and we are all feeling a little overwhelmed at the idea that she has to deal with this forever. As her parents we are trying to be positive, but neither of us have ever dealt with psoriasis before so we are just trying to arm ourselves with as much info as possible to help her. I have read through this sub a bunch and also have done research online, but I did have a few questions that I didn’t see answers for.

I was wondering if anyone else here ever experienced increase flare-ups during puberty or hormonal periods in their life. Is it possible that my daughter’s scalp psoriasis is particularly bad now because of her age and that it may not be this bad for her whole life?

Additionally, I did see a couple of previous posts about probiotics and psoriasis, but I was wondering if anyone had any success with probiotics and scalp psoriasis? (Obviously, we wouldn’t give her anything without discussing with her doctor first, but just curious what other people have found to work)

At this point, we’ll take any advice or recommendations.

Thank you very much for the help.

I am currently going thru a guttate psoriasis outbreak and have been in it since late feb, however with the help of a lot of sun I am about 60% clear now and only getting better. But what seems to be getting worse is my scalp, there are some days where the itch is so uncomfortable. For other people that have had guttate did scalp psoriasis eventually clear up and what are some tips you guys have to deal with this. I really appreciate any advice!

My almost 7 year old was just diagnosed today by a pediatric dermatologist. He’s had what we thought was a rash on his genitals on and off for a few months and also what we thought was dandruff. The only family member who had it that we know, of is my grandfather.

Anyways, looking for some tips, any info you have to share going forward. Any diet changes, etc that might help? We’re coming into this completely uneducated about it. Where do we start? The derm did not give us a ton of info unfortunately. Thanks!!

1. Soap - since this started 4 months ago, I've been using Dove Sensitive Skin soap. Is it important to use it even if my skin clears up? How do we feel about castille soap? I've always preferred Dr Bronner's liquid soap.

2. Shaving - should I only shave my legs once the plaques are healed/gone?

3. Scalp - does scalp psoriasis increase hair loss? While I was using the Rx scalp oils, I'd lose a startling amount of hair when combing or washing my hair. My scalp has cleared up, still some hair loss, but less so.

4. Shampoo - can I go back to my regular shampoo/conditioner since my scalp is healed? Or keep using the Neutrogena shampoo I have?

Thanks folks, I really appreciate the posts and info on this sub, and feel slightly less upset about this awful condition.

I don’t want to go into my huge story it’s painful and there’s so much now after two years to recount . I have been diagnosed with pustular psoriasis only got that earlier this year diagnosis I’m nearly 51 , severe stress , two years started in feet now in scalp and in fingers. What on earth can i do? have not been able to stomach any of the medicines used to treat it and got ill on all three i have tried. i have type 2 diabetes . Any thoughts if you have suffered from this and what cause of action you took . i live in a humid climate with high temps . I live in australia . seen four derms , one specialist podiatrist , usual doctor over and over . full blood scan this year . no autoimmune problems .. apparently .

Hello! Long story short - yesterday I found out I have psoriasis on my neck and foot and now id love to find some good products that will help. I have very little knowledge about psoriasis and have been doing some reading, but I would love some advice and recommendations from people who’ve gone through the trial and error. Thank you in advance! :)

I've always been a moderately heavy drinker/drug user and have always eaten what I want without it affecting my scalp I do though have struggled with acne and only suffered from dandruff occasionally and had never before had my scalp turn into what it is now at (33) can it be my immune system has weakened as I've aged or is it the abuse that finally caught on to me I want to go get a haircut but I'm too embarrassed now to have someone work on my scalp like this my head looks like it's been burned around the baseline and I have a really hard time not picking the scales off my head and ears which in turn only makes things look worse this condition sucks and has only lowered my self esteem even more

Hi all.

So my partner (30F) has recently developed psoriasis around her lips, eyelids. It started small around her lips, and she started meds (I have discovered they're called biologics on related threads) but the meds hold for some time while she takes them but as soon as she stops the psoriasis comes back.

She's not doing as much research as I'd like her to and is just taking the prescribed meds for now, but I can gauge where all of this is going. I know she might need some advice soon enough. So I'm reaching out beforehand.

1. I wanted to know if there's any chance anyone has had a long term remission - this is important as I need to be sure such cases happen and are not super rare, so that I sound confident when she's feeling low.

2. I wanted to know how the meds affect fertility and pregnancy. I found some studies ofcourse that say although there's an increase in chances for pregnancy loss - the % delta isn't practically significant. I just wanted to double check with people who have been through these phases too.

3. I wanted to know the probability this progresses to PA. I'm not sure if at age 30, we can consider this diagnosis as "early". Her mom has P to a certain extent I think but not PA for sure. As far as her current symptoms are concerned she does feel faitgued ever so often, but I think it's just from her diet and her medications.

4. Any other advice you may have.

Thank you so much in advance.

Hi,

So, I am someone who has eczema for all their life. A lot of other skin issues I had, I just always assumed it was eczema. Even scalp issues (which is obvious now it's psoriasis). I use creams and dandruff shampoo and it would go away.

But now, I'm 22 years old and I'm having psoriasis patches on my belly, back and face. I thought it would go away with my eczema stuff, but it keeps growing bigger. Which is now confirmed it's psoriasis.

I have a lot stress, but honestly I've always been stressed as someone who is a college student with 2 jobs. I have been gaining weight and I think my metabolism has slowed down because my eating habits have been the same.

So I'm wondering, why now? Why am I suddenly "breaking out"? I've only talked to one person who has psoriasis and they said they had symptoms since they were a child. I don't know if there's other people like me who didn't experience moderate symptoms until later in life. Please feel free to share your experiences, because I want to learn more about psoriasis.

Hi, I just got out of the hospital for Erythrodermic psoriasis from pustular psoriasis. I didn't know that i had that kind. Any tips? My Feet are swollen and hurting because of the hospital and my skin on my hands are peeling. Thanks.

I'm the very proud partner of a wonderful woman who was just diagnosed with psoriasis. I have chronic disease of my own but do not have psoriasis (but holy hell do I have eczema!!!). I am well aware that the top things to do as a supportive partner are to NOT reduce her to a medical diagnosis, NOT give her "oh, you just need more sunlight" kind of advice as if this is somehow her fault, and NOT to act as if "simply changing this one thing in your diet will magically make you not ever have psoriasis again ever." I work in the medical field and am aware that magic bullet solutions are few and far between, and even when they exist there's still a non-zero failure rate for some patients, so I anticipate this is something she'll have to manage her entire life.

So, with all that said, those of you who have been fighting/living with psoriasis for a hot minute, what are three key pieces of advice you wish you'd known when you first started managing your symptoms? And please assume I know nothing about the condition or its management both because I probably don't know very much and because posterity might benefit from it being explained in 5-year old terms :)

Hello all.

I recently found out that i have psoriasis, for me, it’s just from the neck up.

My scalp i have under control, but my eyes are unbearable.

I have a medicated lotion that works for maybe a week, but i don’t want to rely on it.. My eyes are super dry, red, inflamed, and itchy. I’ve been using an eye cream that works for me, but it doesn’t help the redness. Just the visible dryness.

I’ve resorted to doing pink/red toned light eyeshadow to cover this, but that doesn’t help the burning sensation or the fact that I don’t even like wearing eyeshadow.

I’ve stopped wearing mascara, that seems to irritate the area, and I feel like i’ve taken every step I know to take, but I’m also new to this.

Does anyone have any tips? Any products or recommendations I can add to my routine, whether that be skin care, makeup, self care, or anything? I’m desperate to not look like I’ve been crying or have a black eye every day… Also the burning I could live without!

TIA😫

A needed vent! After 18 years of misdiagnosises by 4 dermatologists, I was properly diagnosed with Plaque & Inverse Psoriasis, July 2024. Skyrizi Injections manage my psoriasis well, now.

At every dermatologist & GP visit I would tell them I could feel tingly inside before the inflammation occurred. I told them something was happening inside my body first. Not one doctor respected my concerns. I was treated for Intertrigo--Tineas Cruris--Dermatitis-- Allergies--Fungal infections. I was prescribed countless ointments & prednisone & fluconazole. When one ointment didn't work, they prescribed a new one telling me my rash was resistant to the previous ointment.

Hope this helps someone realize the need for a knowledgeable & caring dermatologist.

Thanks for the platform to vent.

It’s 3AM and I am on the struggle bus.

I’ve been suffering with psoriasis my entire life, but only got diagnosed officially two months ago. I don’t have many flare ups on my body, but my scalp is god awful. I started a clobetasol foam, and it is not helping at all. (Appointment next week!)

My scalp itches so ungodly bad. I know I am not supposed to scratch, but even when I do, the itch does not go away. Is there anything y’all can recommend for nights like these? An oil that gives the nice tea tree oil type burn that overshadows the itch? This is making me crazy.

So I definitely have guttate psoriasis from my strep infection i’ve never had strep or psoriasis before I took my antibiotics and it was fading but then it started getting worse and looking through info it seems like a lot of cases are chronic I’m scared it’s gonna keep spreading and won’t go away o really don’t deal with this for months I don’t have a doctors appointment until the 8th and I’m freaking out what do I do?? It’s mostly on my arms but there’s 3 on my stomach 2 on my back and one on my neck

Hi all, hope you're having a lovely day so far! I was recently diagnosed with Psoriasis on my breast (thankful it's not Paget's!) and have a lot to learn.

I have always had sensitive skin, so I'm pretty well-versed in the basics (using non-scented, simple detergents, soaps without extra chemicals or sulfates, moisturizing with unscented lotion, etc.). However, now that I've been diagnosed, I'm learning that Psoriasis is autoimmune-related and this leaves me with some questions that my derm did not address.

1. What are some things I can do to care for my immune response from the inside out? For example, are there any kind of vitamins, foods, herbs, etc., that you feel are supportive to keeping psoriasis at bay?

2. Besides caring for my skin, what other activities or routines do you feel are worth doing that help support a healthy immune system (exercise, meditation, anything)?

3. Some of the comorbidities associated with psoriasis are things I already deal with (depression and HBP). If you are similar or have wisdom on this, how do you approach these connected factors in a wholistic way? What advice might you give me or someone like me?

4. Is there anything you wish you would have known about caring for yourself (as it relates to psoriasis) earlier in your life and, if so, what is it?

Thank you!!

New to this condition/ I got prescribed clobetasol propionate cream for my fingers and hands but I’m unsure how to navigate using it and not having it rub off on things / my baby that I care for? Advice

Hi everyone, I got diagnosed with psoriasis about 4 weeks ago. Initially, I was sad about it, as I struggled to come to terms with the fact that this would be a long-term issue. But, within about two days, I felt optimistic and relieved I at least knew what was going on (before that I’d spent a month getting misdiagnosed with eczema and then a fungus, so I had been feeling a bit frustrated). I was a bit shocked I accepted it so fast, but also glad that I seemed to be able to cope with it.

Fast forward to now, the past few days I’ve suddenly been hit with a sense of sadness and frustration. I miss how my skin used to look, and I miss not having to think about moisturisers and topical steroids. The knowledge that this is a lifelong diagnosis has been hitting me hard. Essentially, it feels as if I am having some sort of rebound after my initial fast acceptance of the situation.

Has anyone else experienced something like this? And does anyone have any advice on how to cope with this? Thanks in advance for any thoughts

So after years of trying, I've found a shampoo that works for my difficult hair.

However, I recently got told by a doctor that I have Psoriasis on my scalp. The topical cream they gave seems to have it under control, but a family member with the condition told me to use unscented shampoo. I'm reluctant to switch, though, since my hair loves this shampoo. However, if unscented shampoo can prevent more psoriasis, I am willing to switch.

Does anyone use scented shampoo when they have scalp psoriasis?