Hey sweets, I have also been diagnosed with psoriasis and although mine is not incredibly bad I am still very affected by it - emotionally and physically, I become very self conscious of it and that only makes it worse.
I have tried many things in order to control it since my diagnosis in Feb.
The best tip I can offer is sun, sun and more sun. The uva and uvb rays are very good for it, try to incorporate about 20 minutes of sun exposure a day, noon is the best time I think, but if this is not a possibility there are options like uvb treatments (from dermatologists - get a referral from your gp).
Also I know everyone says it but stress and diet is very crucial. Start drinking more water, at least a litre a day (four glasses), FAT = NO GOOD. Taking skin supplements and vitamins (this is a bit of a long shot but worth a try). Stress may seem like an impossible thing to control but once you get the hang of it, it starts becoming easier, turn negative thoughts into positive ones, don't get overwhelmed by tasks, take a break from your routine ect, ect.
Now the next bit of advice I can offer is controlling your sicknesses and health, Psoriasis is an auto immune problem which basically means there is something not quite right with your immune system. Try and get healthy! Lots of sleep, avoid sick people, vitamins, lots of fresh fruit and vegetables.
Creams and moisturisers are helpful, I found steroid creams such as 'Divobet' helped me but the problem with those are they stop having a full effect after regular use. I have found a couple of creams that have done great things for me, both these creams are completely natural and I think thats plays a big role in controlling the disorder, ALL NATURAL. These creams are called, 'Caroline's Cream' & 'Thoroughbred Fix' (thoroughbred fix is a cream for dogs but has good effects on psoriasis aswell, I know, strange). Both can be ordered from the internet.
Living with psoriasis is stressful which seems to have a bad effect on it. But it does get better, if you believe it will. Take this condition as an opportunity to make some healthy and happy changes in your life (see its not all bad) but just remind yourself that you are going to be okay, and don't let it control your happiness! Psoriasis is still your skin, I used to view it as a foreign object, but I have realised that the first step of controlling it is accepting that it is still your skin, and its something that is very controllable.
Lots of love, and support from a woman who has had to deal with the heartache caused by Psoriasis. Wish you luck in controlling and overcoming it.
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