Neil struggled with his psoriasis as a boy, missing out on football holidays in the sun because he didn’t want to show his psoriasis. Since persevering and getting the right treatment he feels free from the restrictions psoriasis used to put on him.
Ellie’s psoriasis started when she was a student, and covered her from neck to toe. It was only when she opened up to her doctor about the impact it had on her life, helping them understand just how much it was affecting her, that she got the help she needed.
Psoriasis affects more than your skin.1,2 Keep a diary of your flares, and write down how psoriasis affects your daily life and the things it stops you doing. This will help your doctor understand what you’re going through physically and mentally.
Don’t be shy about showing your psoriasis to your doctor, it’s the best way for them to understand the full extent of your plaques. Wearing loose fitting clothes you can remove, or taking photos, will help your doctor see how it’s affecting you.
Dr Stephen Kownacki explains why the most important thing to do is to go back to your doctor and ask for help. Your skin and treatment needs may have changed since last time. To help you, your doctor needs to hear your worries and concerns.
