Psoriasis Uncovered Ep. 208 "Long Term Maintenance of Plaque Psoriasis with Topicals" A Dermavant Sciences sponsored episode.
Nov 9, 2023
Dr. April Armstrong, Chief of Dermatology at UCLA Health, and Dr. James Song, Director of Clinical Research at Frontier Dermatology, explore the challenges and emotional impacts of living with plaque psoriasis. They discuss innovative steroid-free treatments like VTAMA Cream, showcasing its effectiveness and positive patient outcomes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of personalized care and the patient-provider relationship in managing psoriasis, while providing essential tips for enhancing the quality of life for those affected.
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Challenges in Psoriasis Diagnosis
- Diagnosis of psoriasis is often delayed due to confusion with other skin conditions.
- Patients usually see multiple clinicians before receiving a correct diagnosis from a dermatologist.
Trial and Error in Psoriasis Treatment
- Psoriasis treatments need to be individualized; one-size-fits-all rarely works.
- Patients often try multiple topical treatments before finding an effective one.
Patient Preference for Topicals
- Patients prefer topical therapies for psoriasis because they feel safer and more convenient.
- Some dislike topicals due to messiness, stickiness, or the need for multiple applications.