Illegal drug use
Illicit Drug And Cannabis Use, Among Patients With Psoriasis.
Illegal drug use

Illicit drug use may be more common in people with psoriasis. Apart from studies on alcohol and nicotine abuse, very few studies have investigated drug use...

Restless legs syndrome and psoriasis
Restsless Leg And Psoriasis
Restless legs syndrome and psoriasis

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) – also known as Wilis-Ekbom Disease - is a condition that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs because they feel uncomfortable.

Pso Pscience latest issue
Pso Pscience #5
Pso Pscience latest issue

This science based newsletter is designed to provide a summary of recently published research. In this issue we explore...

Grip strength in psoriasis
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Grip strength in psoriasis

Two interesting studies looked at grip strength in patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). The first confirming that PSA is associated with poor grip strength when compared with controls and the second showing that grip strength in the patients can be improved with a structured exercise programme.

Don't get scammed!
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Don't get scammed!

We were recently alerted to a potential scam regarding a subscription renewal request, in this instance the potential victim did the right thing and contacted recognised organisations to check the validity of the request.

Do you feel tired?
Why Do I Feel So Tired With Psoriatic Disease
Do you feel tired?

It is normal to feel tired after exertion, insufficient sleep or at the end of the day; this tiredness is usually relieved by rest or sleep. With fatigue associated with psoriatic disease, the symptoms often go beyond normal tiredness.

Can emollients help psoriasis?
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Can emollients help psoriasis?

Do emollients really help psoriasis? After months and sometimes years of applying a vast array of different creams, the patches may still be there - so why bother?

Get interactive
PAPAA Interactive Psoriasis Training
Get interactive

You may find that following a guided programme about psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, will help you to learn, understand and cope better with these often-complex conditions.

Is that psoriasis on your tongue?
Geographic Psoriasis Tongue
Is that psoriasis on your tongue?

It's a puzzle to many people, they often wonder whether a condition called geographic tongue, is in fact psoriasis. In theory any part of the body, including inside the mouth, could be affected by psoriasis.

Are you eligible?
Pip Benefits For Psoriatic Arthritis (1)
Are you eligible?

For many people being independent is a vital part of their daily lives. If you have a chronic condition such as psoriatic arthritis or other health problems, then you might be able to claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP) to help you maintain your independence.

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