Search

...As a retired person, there's not usually any rush to get out of bed in the morning. But then again, like most older people, I wake up early anyway. Even...

...Last year, I had the pleasure of going on vacation for the first time in 6 years. It was a beautiful time, and I am incredibly grateful for the experience...

...One of the main drawbacks for me about the summertime is having to wear less and showing off certain body parts. I've had atopic dermatitis all my life, and I...

...Platforms such as this have given us a chance to raise our voices in the skin community. Not long ago, it was unheard of to be so vulnerable in sharing...

...I can't speak for everyone when I say comedic relief is the best way to cope with health conditions, but I can confidently say it's been a lifesaver for me...

...The pandemic has been tough for everyone. Our televisions and phones have been a getaway. But what are you watching? Are the shows and content you're taking in helping you?...

...All of my friends got into the schools they wanted to, while I got rejected from my dream college. Oh yeah, my skin was dry, and at night, I felt...

...Every week in our eczema/TSW Meetups, we make it a point to celebrate something, so I'm celebrating my hair and nails. Why? Because I think that talking about something other...

...Have you ever gone to an appointment and after it, it made you feel so crumby like you wished you didn’t go? That’s what has just happened to me. I...

...Growing up, although I was always somewhat of a "loner" and felt alienated much of the time, I was actually quite the social butterfly. In high school and college, I...

...In the skin world, it's easy to meet some remarkable people. We are always trying to learn the new best thing for our skin, and blessings sometimes fall into our...

...Spring is ending, and summer is almost here. Warmer days are ahead of me, but do I dare wear shorts or even capris? My legs show a lifetime of eczema...

...I am one year into topical steroid withdrawal. During this time, I have only left my apartment for doctor's appointments and to ease the burden of care on my partner...

...Finding out that Harry is in the 1% category of severe atopic dermatitis hit me a lot harder than I thought it would. I know Harry's skin condition is really...

...When I look at my face and body, all I can see is a messy mish-mash of many, many different shades of melanin. An ugly tapestry that shows a worn...

...For as long as I can remember, topical steroids and immunosuppressants like cyclosporine were the only treatments prescribed to eczema patients. When Dupixent (dupilumab) came along, it was remarkable. The...