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OUR MISSION is to improve the quality of life of people who have psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Through education and advocacy, we promote awareness and understanding, ensure access to treatment and support research that will lead to effective management and, ultimately, a cure.
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Psoriasis
Plaque psoriasis
Guttate
Inverse
Erythrodermic
Pustular
Specific skin sites
Psoriasis on the face,  Psoriasis around the eyes, ears, mouth and nose,  Psoriasis on the hands and feet,  Psoriasis of the nails,  Psoriasis in skin folds
Genital psoriasis
Getting a correct diagnosis,  Affected areas,  Talking about it,  Genital psoriasis in children,  Intimacy and genital psoriasis,  Treating genital psoriasis,  Itching,  Tips for dealing with genital psoriasis
Scalp psoriasis
Treating scalp psoriasis,  Practical treatment tips for the scalp,  Common questions about scalp psoriasis
Conception, pregnancy and psoriasis
Genetic aspects of psoriasis,  Nursing and psoriasis,  Psoriatic arthritis and pregnancy,  Psoriasis treatments during conception, pregnancy and nursing,  Phototherapy,  Systemics,  Topicals,  Table of FDA-approved psoriasis treatments and pregnancy categories
Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis facts
How it is diagnosed
Tests to confirm the diagnosis
Five types of psoriatic arthritis
Living with Psoriasis
Newly diagnosed
Social factors
Camouflage and cover-ups,  Dating and relationships
Psoriasis and your emotions
Recognizing your emotions,  Illness, stress and depression,  Choosing not to treat,  Dealing with the public's reaction,  Ways to make a positive change
Psoriasis triggers
Support people
In the workplace
Talking with co-workers who have psoriasis
Youth
For kids
Facts about your skin and psoriasis,  Helping others understand,  Want to know?
For teens
Facts about psoriasis,  Coping with psoriasis,  Psoriasis and dating,  What is a dermatologist?,  That's a good question
For parents
Medical facts about psoriasis in children,  Emotional effects of psoriasis on children
Frequently Asked Questions
Spring/summer questions
Fall/winter questions
Statistics
Links of Interest
Glossary

Treatment Overview

Psoriasis
Topicals
Anthralin,  Dovonex,  Over-the-counter topicals,  Salicyclic acid,  Tar,  Tazorac
Topical steroids
Methods of using topical steroids,  Potencies of topical steroids,  Side effects of topical steroids,  Tips for using topical steroids,  Internal use of steroids
Phototherapy
Ultraviolet Light B (UVB) phototherapy,  PUVA (psoralen plus ultraviolet light A),  Lasers,  Home phototherapy,  Home UVB equipment manufacturers,  Skin types chart,  Tips for your protection and comfort
Systemics
Cyclosporine,  Methotrexate,  Soriatane,  Other systemics
Biologics
About biologics,  How biologics work,  Taking biologics,  Amevive,  Enbrel,  Humira,  Raptiva,  Remicade
Alternative approaches
What are alternative approaches?,  Alternative medicine disciplines,  Mind and body,  Topical products,  Additional resources
Diet
About your diet and psoriasis,  Diet regimens,  Dietary supplements,  Additional ideas about diet and psoriasis,  Evaluating a diet claim for psoriasis,  References
Sun and water therapy
Using sunlight as a psoriasis treatment,  Sunlight's interactions with other psoriasis treatments,  Sunlight and skin cancer,  Tanning beds,  The Dead Sea,  Other climatotherapy sites
Psoriatic Arthritis
Aspirin and NSAIDs
DMARDs
Development of new treatments
Alternative approaches
Other treatment options and help for feet
Find a Doctor
Treatment Guide
Over-the-counter products
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Psoriatic arthritis products
Company directory
Ask the Expert
It Works for Me
You and Your Doctor
The doctor-patient relationship
The doctor's perspective
Making treatment decisions
How you can help yourself
Bill of rights for people who have psoriasis

Advocacy Overview

Psoriasis Action Network
Join the Network
Contact Congress
Town Hall Meetings
Fair Shake for Psoriasis
Fair Shake gallery
Tips and Tools for Advocates
Advocacy myths and misconceptions
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Capitol Hill Day
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Insurance, Disability and Discrimination
Insurance
Frequently asked questions,  Appealing a denied claim,  Tips for working with your insurance company,  Choosing a plan and tips for the insured,  Patient assistance programs,  Working with your doctor,  Medicare and Medicaid
Disability
How the Psoriasis Foundation can help,  Tips for presenting a successful case,  Related resources and Web links
Discrimination
How the Psoriasis Foundation can help,  Dealing with discrimination in the workplace
Advocacy and Public Policy Priorities
Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Research, Cure, and Care Act 2007
News and Achievements
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Research Overview

What is Known About Psoriasis
The role of genetics
Immune system involvement
Psoriasis Foundation Research
National Psoriasis BioBank
How to participate
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Our tradition of research
Who is Victor Henschel?
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Development process
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Clinical Trials
Clinical Trials Resource Center

Community Overview

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Publications Overview

Psoriasis Advance Magazine
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Psoriasis skINSIGHTS
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Medical Publications
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News & Events Overview

Events Calendar
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