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Anyone else face disability due to psoriasis?

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I was diagnosed with psoriasis in September. I have failed Humira, Soriatane, light treatments, and low doses of methotrexate. I am now moving to 7 tablets a week (15 mg) and finally showing some relief. I have missed work because it is on my hands and the soles of my feet. I have actually bled on my keyboard! I am under a dermatologist's care (and she is great) and she would support me to take up to two month off to try and get it to heal. She (and myself) are not ready to declare that I am permanently disabled--I had no idea this could be that bad! I am mildly diabetic under excellent control and am otherwise healthy and active with hobbies, family and friend support but this has begun to effect my lifestyle. Taking time off work makes me feel like a wimp. Is anyone else in this situation? Any words of wisdom? Many thanks. eileen
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replied May 12th, 2011
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