Introducing... Melinda

[williamsMeli]

Melinda (Mel) here. I stumbled on this resource as I was digging into the rabbit hole of Low Dose Naltrexone. I just started taking 0.5 mg 3 days ago for multiple reasons, scalp psoriasis being a big one. I also have an area on my scapula that is so so itchy and I am pretty sure it guttate. It also has paresthesia, like pins and needles under the skin in that area. My derm recommended Otezla but I am concerned about side effects with that. I am pleased that some of the limited studies show even a little hope that LDN can work. We shall see. Also, planning on a sober summer and giving up my evening IPA is no small sacrifice. ?  So glad this forum is available and I look forward to learning more.

[Caroline]

Melinda (Mel) here. I stumbled on this resource as I was digging into the rabbit hole of Low Dose Naltrexone. I just started taking 0.5 mg 3 days ago for multiple reasons, scalp psoriasis being a big one. I also have an area on my scapula that is so so itchy and I am pretty sure it guttate. It also has paresthesia, like pins and needles under the skin in that area. My derm recommended Otezla but I am concerned about side effects with that. I am pleased that some of the limited studies show even a little hope that LDN can work. We shall see. Also, planning on a sober summer and giving up my evening IPA is no small sacrifice. ?  So glad this forum is available and I look forward to learning more.

Hello Melinda.

Welcome to Psoriasisclub.
You apparently joined when everyone was asleep.

I recognise the pins and needles that you mention, did not know that it was called paresthesia, even my GP did not mention that to me.

You will find over here in the club a variety of very friendly people spread all over the world. There is a good sense of humour around here as we think that one side of fighting psoriasis is trying to relax a bit and being a bit cheerful at times when we are not seriously talking about Psoriasis or Psoriatic Arthritis.

Others will welcome you during the day. If anyone says they are the sensible one over here, do not immediately believe that and take it with a grain of salt.

Cheers,
Caroline.

[Turnedlight]

Hi Mel!

I’m definitely one of the sensible ones

I’m afraid I don’t know anything about LDN but very interested to find out and see how you get along.

I’ll go and look it up..

[Fred]

Hello Mel  to Psoriasis Club

If you put Naltrexone in the Search facility whilst logged in you will find a few threads that may be of interest, unfortunately a lot of members that mention it have not been back to update and it's not something I can help with.

I understand your reluctance to try Otezla and I'm not sure how your health system works, but most countries demand you fail on an oral treatment before offering a bio. You can read more about it here Otezla and don't forget you can always change as it's your body and most side effects are reversible.

As for going sober, I've tried a few times but always give up so I do wish you well with it ............................... Should all else fail you can find me "The Sensible One" in the members only Psoriasis Club Bar here [Group Specific]

Regards.

Fred.

[Caroline]

Of course I am the only sensible one over here...


And..... I also quit drinking, which gives me a lot of relief.
Except over here in the Psoriasisclub Bar, I do drink and dance on the tables.

[Waine]

Of course I am the only sensible one over here... 


And..... I also quit drinking, which gives me a lot of relief.
Except over here in the Psoriasisclub  Bar, I do drink and dance on the tables.     

Hi Mel. I'm another ex-drinker, and definitely not sensible. 

Starting a new treatment is both exciting and daunting. I found The Club in similar circumstances last year and am very thankful I did. I'm sure you will be as well.