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Thu-14-05-2015, 19:07 PM
Hi there.
New to this forum thing but think this is the best thing since sliced bread.
I am 46 years old. Have been first diagnosed with Psoriasis in 1992. Back then I was living in South Africa - born there!. Over there the treatment was easy as I only had outbreaks on my scalp.
We moved to Scotland in 2009 and my psoriasis has really flared up since. I have been to the GP's to get the same treatment as I had in South Africa but they refused to give it to me as they said it was too strong to use regularly. Even went for UV light treatment at the local hospital a few years ago. Due to my nature of work it is very difficult for me to attend another UV light treatment.
Currently I am using Elocon cream, Diprosalic lotion and Etrivex shampoo to try and keep my psoriasis contained (probably not the right word but I am sure you'll understand.) I have to use these medications very sparingly which means they are not really effective. I only use it in abundance when it flares up on my face.
Oh, forgot to mention, at the moment my body is basically 80% covered in patches (scales). It's beginning to really affect me as I do not wear short sleeve shirts or shorts anymore. Even if we do manage to get some sun in Scotland
My wife has urged me to join up and ask questions because I am a man and do not ask for directions. Just kidding
. I do feel that I can find answers I am looking for in here as there are people out there that feel the same as I do.
Thanks
New to this forum thing but think this is the best thing since sliced bread.
I am 46 years old. Have been first diagnosed with Psoriasis in 1992. Back then I was living in South Africa - born there!. Over there the treatment was easy as I only had outbreaks on my scalp.
We moved to Scotland in 2009 and my psoriasis has really flared up since. I have been to the GP's to get the same treatment as I had in South Africa but they refused to give it to me as they said it was too strong to use regularly. Even went for UV light treatment at the local hospital a few years ago. Due to my nature of work it is very difficult for me to attend another UV light treatment.
Currently I am using Elocon cream, Diprosalic lotion and Etrivex shampoo to try and keep my psoriasis contained (probably not the right word but I am sure you'll understand.) I have to use these medications very sparingly which means they are not really effective. I only use it in abundance when it flares up on my face.
Oh, forgot to mention, at the moment my body is basically 80% covered in patches (scales). It's beginning to really affect me as I do not wear short sleeve shirts or shorts anymore. Even if we do manage to get some sun in Scotland
My wife has urged me to join up and ask questions because I am a man and do not ask for directions. Just kidding
. I do feel that I can find answers I am looking for in here as there are people out there that feel the same as I do. Thanks