Helping my daughter

Hi - I feel so sorry for her - I remember how I felt about my psoriasis when I was young - it is a cruel disease, and she will feel she doesn't want people looking at her., staring at her. Other people tend. to treat it is as though it is infectious and it feels very humiliating. I remember being told I couldn't swim in a hotel pool as it was unpleasant for the other guests. It is very hard for you to do anything really. I think you need to support her, make her feel loved and show that the psoriasis doesn't change how you feel about her. The dermatologist will do the rest. She could join this forum, too - mostly people are helpful and friendly and it is a good place for her to let off steam and receive kindness back.

Hi Again Belinda - there's a good post of photos of famous people with psoriasis - your daughter might be interested in them.

Hi, I’m in the same situation as your daughter. I’m a 20 year old girl who only got diagnosed with psoriasis about a year ago, and I’ve been struggling ever since. My mum is constantly researching trying to find different creams and diets that could help me improve my skin, but I feel the same as your daughter! I know my mum only means the best but it’s really frustrating for me. It’s different for everyone but I know for myself that no moisturiser is going to get rid of my psoriasis, and it’s hard to listen to recommendations from others as I have tried so many already! The moisturisers may make the symptoms feel less severe but it feels pointless to me too as it’ll never actually get rid of it. I don’t know anyone who suffers with psoriasis and it can feel really lonely. Sometimes it’s nice just to be able to talk about how the psoriasis makes you feel without everyone around you trying to discover new remedies. If your daughter is still struggling too, I’m here if she needs someone to talk to. I can give my email or social media! Wishing you both the best!

Good afternoon, I am 23 years old and 10 years ago I was diagnosed with psoriasis, it has been spreading more and more and topical treatments have no effect, I live in Venezuela and I have not been able to go to the doctor for a long time. If someone here can help me to pay for my consultation with the dermatologist, it would be very helpful, to see what work plan I should carry out. Lately it's limiting me psychologically and physically, plus I'm under regular stress because I'm a medical student, and it's demanding. Happy afternoon ☀

Hi Julianadvzm, We're sorry to hear you are struggling with your psoriasis at the moment and that you are having difficulty getting an appointment with a dermatologist. We would recommend you get in touch with our helpline where one of our advisers will be happy to speak to you and discuss the different options that may be available to you. Please do keep in mind that whilst we provide information we are unable to offer financial support, and as we are UK based treatment availability and how to access these treatments may differ in Venezuela. The helpline in open Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm and you can reach us by phone on 01604 251 620, email at mail@psoriasis-association.org.uk or WhatsApp 07387 716 439. Best Wishes, Amber, Psoriasis Association

Hi, I use Calamine lotion. I have come to the Paradox conclusion that keeping it dry stopped the itching. (also keeping it cooled helps) It say to wash it of, but I keep applying it. It is cooling, drying and feels amazing. It also helps me in the summer, since it just looks like I applied a layer of sun protection on myself. (it don't rub off) Since this have actually stopped the itching, I now want to see if I can take it to next level. So now will try a 50% Urea cream to try to remove my hard armor. Urea, I hope will not only remove it but also repair my skin barrier and reduce inflammation. Let’s see if it works. At least I find my "cure" for not waking up in bloodstained sheets anymore. So Calamine lotion, my fellow friends is my golden tip.

Also, something new I found- there’s a podcast on Spotify called ‘the psoriasis geek podcast’. Just started listening to it and she does loads of different topics, from dating to what to wear with psoriasis and also different treatments and methods. Another good way to not feel so alone!