My story: being an advocate with psoriasis

Written by Michael Gollust. Medically reviewed in February 2024 by Mark Arredondo, MD.

Updated on October 23, 2024

Ayesha, a psoriasis patient and healthcare advocate, helps others with tips learned from her healthcare journey.

Because psoriasis is easier to diagnose in lighter skin, it can be misdiagnosed in skin of color.

How bad habits, major life events and minor injuries can trigger psoriasis.

Without proper representation, a void of consequence is created for the patient.

Women of color often have hurdles to overcome within their individual healthcare journey.

Approximately 30 percent of psoriasis patients develop psoriatic arthritis. Learn what the symptoms look and feel like.

Taking Charge of Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis