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Hi i suffer from severe psoriasis, and arthritis on my f...

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Hi i suffer from severe psoriasis, and arthritis on my feet.

I have been taking methotrexate for around a year now and psoriasis has never cleared or even looked any better. The pain has eased to to arthritis.

I get terrible headaches, blurred vision,feeling sick, lack of concentration, dizzy spells. I cant slept at night when i take it.

At the age of 29 with 2 small children, i was wondering if there is any point continuing with the medication. Or does anyone know of any other medication to clear psoriasis. This is my main priority to lead a normal life, and enjoy life with my kids.

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  • Guest
    Guest

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    How is you health at the momment, I have just started looking at this web page and wonedered if you have manage to move on?
  • hilary
    hilary

    Posted

    Hi Mr B

    The post you have replied to was copied across from our previous experience website and could well have been posted a long while ago so it is possible that you will not receive a reply from C

    However as you have now re-activated this thread you may get replies from other people on Patient UK Experience.

    Patient Admin Team

  • Guest
    Guest

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    Hi C. Not sure if you will be reading this site, and may have moved on by now. But here goes anyway just in case you are about. I have had psoriasis for 40 years at varying degrees. I have just started on MX (because I now have psoritic arthitis) so can't really comment too much on side affects, although I have ; terrible heart burn which seems to affect my throat as well. Think trip to doctors is called for.

    Psoriais, I have had puva twice and loved it, my skin was clear for about 3 months after the end of the treatment and I had an amazing tan - a huge confidence boost which helped keep me clear.

    It has taken me a long time, but I don't cover myself up, I just ignore people who stare at my skin (arms and legs exposed), its their problem if they are uncomfortable, I am approachable and they could always ask me about it.

    Good luck, stay positive, see if you can get puva, enjoy your family and be proud. :D

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