About Us, my own experience with Psoriasis, and what I did

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About Us

Greetings, I'm Albert B., and I've embarked on a journey to share my personal experience with psoriasis in hopes of connecting with others who are dealing with this condition. After enduring its effects for 40 years, I decided to dedicate a website to exploring the causes, treatments, and valuable insights pertaining to psoriasis. My goal is to support others in their emotional and physical struggle by sharing both my successes and challenges.

For years, I'd contemplated creating a platform focused on psoriasis but lacked the resources and expertise to transform this idea into reality. As time went on, I delved into online research and stumbled upon SBI, a website-building system ideal for novices like me. This led to the launch of my psoriasis-centered website post-retirement in late 2010, all while enjoying the rejuvenating warmth of the Caribbean. This environment, combined with the soothing seaside ambiance, offers me natural relief. Soon, my wife and I will venture to Switzerland in search of additional natural remedies.

I'm sharing all of this with you because I wish to relay my experiences in the Caribbean and Switzerland, aspiring to aid you in managing those persistent red, scaly patches. I am no expert or physician, just an individual like the millions worldwide navigating life with psoriasis.

The Beginning

At 30, small white spots appeared on my elbows, initially brushed off as mere dry skin. I reached for a generic, oil-based cream, available over the counter, in the belief that it would alleviate the condition. However, the spots persisted and began to spread with increasing itchiness.

In the past few years, my penchant for global backpacking adventures led me to consider whether these skin issues were more than just superficial. This realization struck home when similar spots emerged on my knees.

Concerned, I consulted a dermatologist. During the examination, he inquired about the itchiness and assessed the affected areas, ultimately diagnosing me with psoriasis. He explained the absence of a cure and suggested using Dovonex cream, instructing me to return in a month.

I repeatedly sought medical advice, convinced that modern medicine could offer some solace. While therapies have advanced significantly, I found myself searching relentlessly for relief. This led me to explore varied treatments, including light therapy, methotrexate, and tar, coupled with countless creams and ointments.

Ultimately, my frustration drove me to conduct independent research at the public library, deepening my understanding of psoriasis. I firmly believe that individuals coping with psoriasis should personalize their treatment plan through exploration and dialogue with healthcare professionals. Whether it's holistic approaches or prescribed medications, it's crucial to explore all potential solutions, recognizing that treatments effective for one person might not suit another. Across my journey, some remedies exacerbated my condition, others had no impact, while a few provided relief.

The BEGINNING

At the age of 30, I discovered some small white spots on my elbows but dismissed them as dry skin. I applied an oily, common, non-medicated cream from my pharmacy shelves, assuming this would help. I did not pay much attention to the area until the spots began to spread and I became very itchy. 

I've spent much of my free time over the last three years backpacking around the world, and I started to think my skin problem could be a health issue. Shortly after I found the spots on my elbows, I realized I had the same spots on my knees. About Us

At this point, I became worried and decided to see a dermatologist. During my visit, the doctor examined my elbows and knees as well as the rest of my body. He asked if the spots were itchy, as well as many other questions, and at the end simply said, “You have psoriasis. There is no cure for it.” I asked him what I should do, since there was no cure, and he handed me a tube of Dovonex cream and told me to come back in a month. My Psoriasis Story, 

I kept going back to the doctor, thinking that there must be something they can do to offer me some relief. Modern medicine has come a long way, and I could not accept the fact that no medication existed to help me manage the pain. Desperate and disappointed, I began all kinds of treatments, such as light therapy, methotrexate and tar. I tried numerous creams and ointments, some of whose names I cannot even remember, until I became frustrated and decided to do my own research. I then spent a lot of time in the public library and learned a great deal about psoriasis.

Today, I am persuaded that everyone impacted with psoriasis must discover their very own individual therapy by studying and also speaking to their medical professional. In my viewpoint, individuals ought to discover all choices, from all natural techniques to prescription medicines, since what help a single person might not benefit another person. Amongst the lots of therapies I have actually attempted, some made my psoriasis even worse, others not did anything et cetera helped. About Us

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