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Search found 31 matches
by professor andrew r thompson
Tue Sep 15, 2020 2:46 pm
Forum: Psoriasis & Psoriatic Arthritis
Topic: Extreme Psoriasis on knees and elbows
Replies: 2
Views: 2469

Re: Extreme Psoriasis on knees and elbows

Hello, Feelings of embarrassment are known to be associated with psoriasis. As well as exploring new medical treatments it is important to keep an eye on the psychological impact of this longterm condition. Partners and loved ones play a crucial role in providing comfort and support. Do consider vis...
by professor andrew r thompson
Tue Sep 15, 2020 2:33 pm
Forum: Acne
Topic: Acne Scars
Replies: 2
Views: 3857

Re: Acne Scars

Hello I'm sorry to hear that acne scarring is affecting your wellbeing. There may well be additional medical options for you to explore, so do consider approaching your GP and sharing further information on this website if requested by the contributing experts. Support from organisations such as Cha...
by professor andrew r thompson
Tue Sep 15, 2020 2:24 pm
Forum: Acne
Topic: Acne
Replies: 2
Views: 2558

Re: Acne

Hello The longstanding impact of acne is ofton overlooked and it is important to be open with your GP and dermatologist that you are feeling 'at your wits end'. It can be difficult to take the plunge in sharing the impact of acne, especially when medical consultations are currently being conducted r...
by professor andrew r thompson
Thu Apr 09, 2020 6:30 pm
Forum: British Skin Foundation - Mental Health & Skin Conditions
Topic: Urticaria + lesions + dry skin on neck like sunburn
Replies: 2
Views: 3453

Re: Urticaria + lesions + dry skin on neck like sunburn

I'm afraid that I'm unable to comment on the medications that you are taking. Your post does not indicate whether or not you have been offered or tried any form of psychological therapy. Talking therapies can be very useful in helping to cope with long-term health conditions and it might be worth co...
by professor andrew r thompson
Thu Apr 09, 2020 6:19 pm
Forum: British Skin Foundation - Mental Health & Skin Conditions
Topic: Mental health and psoriasis
Replies: 2
Views: 2536

Re: Mental health and psoriasis

We all understand that the current pandemic and lockdown is causing stress. Reducing stress may be achieved by the use of various simple relaxation exercises etc. There is an excellent source of free audio files at freemindfulness.org. Exercise and planned activity and simply catching-up with friend...
by professor andrew r thompson
Thu Apr 09, 2020 6:01 pm
Forum: British Skin Foundation - Mental Health & Skin Conditions
Topic: Hyperpigmentation
Replies: 2
Views: 2291

Re: Hyperpigmentation

It is not unusal for changes in skin appearance to detrimentally affect our wellbeing. The website skinsupport.org.uk has some tips on improving wellbeing. This website was developed by a varierty of experts and is hosted by the British Association of Dermatologists. The charity Changing Faces also ...
by professor andrew r thompson
Thu Apr 09, 2020 5:52 pm
Forum: British Skin Foundation - Mental Health & Skin Conditions
Topic: OCD/rosacea
Replies: 2
Views: 2835

Re: OCD/rosacea

Washing faer of contamination type OCD can effect skin functioning in two ways - obviously the washing directly effects the skin but also the underlying stress typically associated with OCD can also have an impact on the skin. I certainly agree with Alia that if you have not done so already seeking ...
by professor andrew r thompson
Thu Apr 09, 2020 5:09 pm
Forum: British Skin Foundation - Mental Health & Skin Conditions
Topic: eczema, emollients, and intimacy
Replies: 3
Views: 4560

Re: eczema, emollients, and intimacy

Many skin conditions can have an impact on intimacy and sex and sadly these issues ofton remain hidden because of feelings of embarrassment. I have provided information on one of the other posts about links to IAPT services and on talking therapies that may help you as an individual. However, it mig...
by professor andrew r thompson
Thu Apr 09, 2020 5:01 pm
Forum: British Skin Foundation - Mental Health & Skin Conditions
Topic: Red raw face
Replies: 2
Views: 1736

Re: Red raw face

I agree with Alexandra, a talking therapy such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) or interpersonal therapy (IPT) might well be of assistance for improving both your mood and the scratching behaviour. There are several other types of therapy and counselling also available and these forms of suppo...
by professor andrew r thompson
Thu Oct 10, 2019 8:11 pm
Forum: British Skin Foundation - Psoriasis
Topic: Diet & Lifestyle
Replies: 1
Views: 1544

Re: Diet & Lifestyle

This is a good question as lifestyle changes may certainly help with management of psoriasis and improve wellbeing. I think that there are a few studies looking into the use of motivational interviewing etc. going on at the moment, so if you're interested I'd recommend looking at the websites of the...
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