You are more than your Psoriasis (Pso)

You are more than your Pso

Your psoriasis, or Pso, is a chronic condition, which means it won’t go away,^{^[1]} but you can take control of your life. By keeping healthy and looking after not only your body, but also your mind and your relationships, you can live on your own terms, ease the toll it might take on your relationships, and even cut down on your chance of developing other diseases.^{^[2]^[3]}You’ll find a few suggestions in this section to help you on your way.

Stay healthy

Looking after yourself isn't just about treatment.

Get moving

Exercise could help you manage your psoriasis.

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Invest in a pair of gloves for household chores, to avoid touching things that may irritate your skin^[4]

Follow these tips for skin and nail care

Psoriasis can affect them, so keep a close eye on yours.

Watch out for the emotional effects

The effects of psoriasis aren’t just skin deep.

Want to know how to talk about Pso?

Talking to others about psoriasis could be daunting, but might also be a relief.

How to meet people with Pso

You're not alone - there are other patients with psoriasis, just like you out there.

Dealing with symptoms

Advice about dealing with the main psoriasis symptoms.

Want to read other people’s journeys?

Everyone’s different, and each of us has our own story to tell.

References

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Mayo Clinic. Psoriasis Symptoms and Causes. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/psoriasis/symptoms-causes/syc-20355840. Accessed: December 2023.

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National Psoriasis Foundation. Life with Psoriasis. Available at: https://www.psoriasis.org/life-with-psoriasis/ Accessed: December 2023

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NHS. Living with Psoriasis. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/psoriasis/living-with/ Accessed: December 2023

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National Psoriasis Foundation. About Psoriasis. Available at: https://www.psoriasis.org/about-psoriasis/ Accessed: December 2023

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The Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance (PAPAA). Psoriasis: a simple explanation. Available at: https://www.papaa.org/learn-about-psoriasis-and-psoriatic-arthritis/common-questions/psoriasis-a-simple-explanation/ Accessed: December 2023

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Arlington Dermatology. A look at the types of Psoriasis. Available at: A Look at the Types of Psoriasis - Arlington Dermatology. Accessed: December 2023

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National Psoriasis Foundation. Inverse Psoriasis. Available at: https://www.psoriasis.org/inverse-psoriasis/ Accessed: December 2023

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National Psoriasis Foundation: Pustular Psoriasis. Available at: https://www.psoriasis.org/pustular/ Accessed: December 2023

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National Psoriasis Foundation: Erythrodermic Psoriasis. Available at: https://www.psoriasis.org/erythrodermic-psoriasis/ Accessed: December 2023

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National Psoriasis Foundation. Psoriasis Statistics. Available at: Get the Facts About Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis : National Psoriasis Foundation Accessed: December 2023.

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European Parliament. Parliamentary Question: EU action on psoriasis. Available at: Parliamentary question | EU action on psoriasis | E-010237/2012 | European Parliament (europa.eu) Accessed: January 2024.

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Rachakonda, T.D. , Schupp, C. W. , Armstrong, A. W., Psoriasis prevalence among adults in the United States. 2014 March, 70(3):512-6

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VeryWellHealth.com How Psoriasis is diagnosed. Available at: https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-psoriasis-is-diagnosed-2788316 Accessed: December 2023

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Mayo Clinic. Psoriasis Diagnosis and Treatment. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/psoriasis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355845 Accessed: December 2023

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World Health Organization. Global Report on Psoriasis. 2016. Available at: 9789241565189_eng.pdf;jsessionid=59BF358B7BAF831581BEE9D2E728D5D0 (who.int) Accessed: January 2024

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Rapp SR, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol 1999;41:401–7

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Pompili, M., et al (2016). Suicide risk and psychiatric comorbidity in patients with psoriasis. The Journal of international medical research, 44(1 suppl), 61–66.

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SEE THE BIGGER PICTUREInvest in a pair of gloves for household chores, to avoid touching things that may irritate your skin[4]

SEE THE BIGGER PICTURE
Invest in a pair of gloves for household chores, to avoid touching things that may irritate your skin^[4]