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[Kat]

Thank you KAT. As far as insurance I think I'm pretty good on coverage being my disabled veteran status is at 100% I believe they cover any and all prescriptions a doctor would prescribes. I'm a bit weary about pills when reading the possible side effects and they can be worse then what they may treat.

First, I want to say thank you for your service. I know a little about the VA (husband was Navy for 16 years) but not very much when it comes down to what they cover. You should be able to get anything you need at no cost as you've said, but I'm not sure what protocol they may have (as far as trying out one thing first or not)

I understand your being cautious about pills! I'm the same way when it comes to meds, when you read the possible side effects and the warnings.... it's scary especially if you are already on other medications. I took Acitretin and when I read that I couldn't give blood until off of it for 3 years it made me wonder what exactly I am putting in my body (Acitretin can damage a fetus, hence the no giving blood) but I had reached the point of being miserable with psoriasis so I took it. I'm glad I did and as I cleared the dermatologist worked with me to reduce the dosage and even going off the meds. After my rheumatologist visit I've considered (if I ever need to) going a different direction due to the successes of some people here on other treatments. But we each have to consider our unique circumstances with other issues, immune systems, etc. to help make the best choices. The good part is that there are a lot of treatments available, but even topicals with steroids can have problems so it's just not an easy decision to make in my opinion. This forum helps, a good doctor helps and I hope you find the right treatment for you.

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