Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease of the skin that affects over three percent of the U.S. population1 (that’s about five million adults), and typically involves scaling and inflammation. Most often, psoriasis results in patches of thick, red (inflamed) skin covered with silvery scales. These ... Read More ›
psoriatic arthritis
UPDATED:May 18, 2016
UPDATED:February 8, 2016
Gluten Allergies More Common Than You Think
Dear Pharmacist, My brother is on a gluten free diet now and lost a lot of weight. He's razzing me to join him in his gluten free diet, but I don't see the point unless you have irritable bowel syndrome (that's why he did it). I really like my pizza and beer too! I read you every week, are there ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Put the Fire Out in Arthritis Without Fear of Cancer
Dear Pharmacist,I have painful arthritis (psoriatic) and I heard that my medicine can cause cancer on the news. I am afraid of it being recalled because I need my Enbrel. --D.T. Seattle, WashingtonAnswer: The news from the FDA has sparked even more discomfort for people in pain who rely on these ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 9, 2016
Tibetan “miracle herbs” relieve rheumatoid arthritis to heart disease
Dear Pharmacist: You've mentioned Padma Basic before, and how it might help autoimmune conditions. I have rheumatoid arthritis and heart disease and the people in my support group don't know anything about Padma, so can you provide more information? -- E.O., NY, New York Dear ... Read More ›
