I am really excited about my PANASOL II light box...home unit. This could be just what I need to get my psoriasis maintained:) I am praying that it helps. I did my first treatment today for 30 seconds. WooHoo!
I went to a new dermatologist who thought I would respond well to getting the "good" rays in the convenience of home instead of traveling to Vanderbilt two days a week:) I am thankful for her concern and such great care she has given me.
Believe it or not...living with psoriasis does a number on your self-esteem. It has made me somewhat reclusive about being around people. I know some of you find that hard to believe...but it is very true. Some folks probably wonder what has happened to me...I back away from being around folks who do not see me on a daily basis because of my skin. Silly but so real.
My skin was one of the main reasons I worried about coming home to teach. Most folks I know in Huntingdon do not even know I suffer with this. I am so self-conscious about it around parents at school...or colleagues who do not work closely with me. It has even affected my church attendance because I catch people staring at my arms...people always ask...or glance at my arms when they are talking to me and try not to be obvious.
I worried about middle school kids and how they would respond to having a polka-dot Language Arts teacher. My arms have not been clear in almost 10 years...and I have hope finally that I will get help with this treatment. (Hopefully no more steroid topicals...EVER!)
Believe me, I know there are worse things...and it is mainly just on my arms. My heart goes out to others who suffer skin problems much more severe...
Since there is no cure for psoriasis, and stress is one of the known causes...one can only hope for a little relief. Isn't she a beauty!!!!ha I am sure I will be blogging about future light therapy sessions....I know you cannot wait, friends.
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