Everyone with psoriasis has worried at some point about how others will react to the rashes and plaques on their skin. People may be grossed out or wonder if the condition is contagious. In this episode, we hear of some of these embarassing encounters, and learn how psoriasis patients cope with a lack of understanding from others. 

“You’ll hear stories about how a young person with psoriasis has completely stopped dating because they are afraid to experience physical intimacy with anyone because of their plaques,” says dermatologist Ahmad Shatil Amin, MD.

Among the highlights in this episode:

1:38 – Psoriasis patients often experience a sense of shame about their condition

2:35 – A common theme among those with psoriasis: Do anything you can to cover it up

3:10 – The stigma can sometimes lead to dark places

3:50 – When to seek out professional help

7:54 – A silver lining: finding shared support among others with psoriasis

8:16 – Learning to emerge from the shadows

10:05 – Being up front with your doctor about related conditions

Contact Our Host:

David Brandt: dbrandt@ghlf.org

We want to hear what you think. Send your comments, or a video or audio clip of yourself, to Psoriasis@ghlf.org

Catch up on all our episodes on our website or on your favorite podcast channel.

 

Everyone with psoriasis has worried at some point about how others will react to the rashes and plaques on their skin. People may be grossed out or wonder if the condition is contagious. In this episode, we hear of some of these embarassing encounters, and learn how psoriasis patients cope with a lack of understanding from others.&nbsp;
&ldquo;You&rsquo;ll hear stories about how a young person with psoriasis has completely stopped dating because they are afraid to experience physical intimacy with anyone because of their plaques,&rdquo; says dermatologist Ahmad Shatil Amin, MD.
Among the highlights in this episode:
1:38 &ndash; Psoriasis patients often experience a sense of shame about their condition
2:35 &ndash; A common theme among those with psoriasis: Do anything you can to cover it up
3:10 &ndash; The stigma can sometimes lead to dark places
3:50 &ndash; When to seek out professional help
7:54 &ndash; A silver lining: finding shared support among others with psoriasis
8:16 &ndash; Learning to emerge from the shadows
10:05 &ndash; Being up front with your doctor about related conditions
Contact Our Host:
David Brandt: <a href="mailto:dbrandt@ghlf.org">dbrandt@ghlf.org</a>
We want to hear what you think. Send your comments, or a video or audio clip of yourself, to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Psoriasis@ghlf.org">Psoriasis@ghlf.org</a>
Catch up on all our episodes on our website or on your favorite podcast channel.
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A podcast series about what it takes to live better with psoriasis — from the experts who treat it and the people who live with it.

Living with psoriasis isn’t easy. It can be physically and emotionally challenging, with symptoms that disrupt your daily life and leave you feeling disconnected. But with the right information, treatment plan, and support, managing psoriasis becomes a lot more possible — and hopeful.

This podcast series is here to help. Each episode features real stories from people living with psoriasis and expert insights from the healthcare professionals who care for them. Our goal is to provide helpful, relatable information that empowers you to take control of your care, explore treatment options, and live a fuller, more connected life.

This podcast is part of the Global Healthy Living Foundation Podcast Network.

A podcast series about what it takes to live better with psoriasis &mdash; from the experts who treat it and the people who live with it.
Living with psoriasis isn&rsquo;t easy. It can be physically and emotionally challenging, with symptoms that disrupt your daily life and leave you feeling disconnected. But with the right information, treatment plan, and support, managing psoriasis becomes a lot more possible &mdash; and hopeful.
This podcast series is here to help. Each episode features real stories from people living with psoriasis and expert insights from the healthcare professionals who care for them. Our goal is to provide helpful, relatable information that empowers you to take control of your care, explore treatment options, and live a fuller, more connected life.
This podcast is part of the&nbsp;<a href="https://ghlf.org">Global Healthy Living Foundation</a>&nbsp;Podcast Network.

Getting Clear On Psoriasis

A podcast series about what it takes to live better with psoriasis — from the experts who treat it and the people who live with it.

Living with psoriasis isn’t easy. It can be physically and emotionally challenging, with symptoms that disrupt your daily life and leave you feeling disconnected. But with the right information, treatment plan, and support, managing psoriasis becomes a lot more possible — and hopeful.

This podcast series is here to help. Each episode features real stories from people living with psoriasis and expert insights from the healthcare professionals who care for them. Our goal is to provide helpful, relatable information that empowers you to take control of your care, explore treatment options, and live a fuller, more connected life.

This podcast is part of the Global Healthy Living Foundation Podcast Network.

A podcast series about what it takes to live better with psoriasis &mdash; from the experts who treat it and the people who live with it.
Living with psoriasis isn&rsquo;t easy. It can be physically and emotionally challenging, with symptoms that disrupt your daily life and leave you feeling disconnected. But with the right information, treatment plan, and support, managing psoriasis becomes a lot more possible &mdash; and hopeful.
This podcast series is here to help. Each episode features real stories from people living with psoriasis and expert insights from the healthcare professionals who care for them. Our goal is to provide helpful, relatable information that empowers you to take control of your care, explore treatment options, and live a fuller, more connected life.
This podcast is part of the <a href="https://ghlf.org">Global Healthy Living Foundation</a>&nbsp;Podcast Network.

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