Living with a chronic skin condition can be difficult, but you dont have to navigate it alone.
condition, from inside out.
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Living with a chronic illness can be exhausting.
But its not just itchiness.
TRUTH: Just like dry skin, psoriasis can be itchy and even cause people toshed skin flakes.
But theres a big difference between everyday dryness and this chronic health condition.
In fact, talking about it as though thats all it is can be downright invalidating.
But for people with psoriasis, its not that easy.
Any form of psoriasis can also affect a persons mental health, and can contribute to depression and anxiety.
TRUTH:Another myth that Feathersons heard is actually understandable, but that doesnt make it any less false.
Instead, its usually triggered by genetic and environmental factors.
Go to the dermatologist and get proper treatment.
Theres no magic cure.
Psoriasis is actuallynot caused byhow often you shower or what soap you use.
Drugs and topical creams do a really good job of treating psoriasis, says Henry.
If you have it, speak with your dermatologist and ensure you have appropriate treatment.
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