The initial five classifications of pityriasis rubra pilaris, were presented to the British Association of Dermatologists in 2003 by Dr. Andrew Griffith, a well-respected London-based dermatologist. His classifications reflected 35 years of diagnosing, treating and researching PRP and have been universally accepted by dermatologists worldwide. According to Griffiths, the PRP patient population can be divided […]
What are the SIX “types” of PRP? Read More »
From the Editor… There may be a place for music in the treatment of pityriasis rubra pilaris – music that brings peace and solace to the PRP community. This page is an experiment to see what “inspiration” comes our way. If music can soothe the soul, what music might others share. WARNING: Apologies in advance
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From the Editor… The National Psoriasis Foundation offers information on stress that may be applicable to pityriasis rubra pilaris. Here are some takeways: ❏½ Stress is a common trigger for a psoriasis flare. At the same time, a psoriasis flare can cause stress. ❏½ Woman, in particular, seem particularly vulnerable to stress due to psoriasis.According
From the Editor… When a member of the PRP Facebook community asked about cryotherapy as a way to provide relief from pain and itch, I conjured a vision of my dermatologist with the “Cryo Gun” he uses to ZAP potential skin cancer targets. How could that reduce pain and itch? Then I saw the image
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From the Editor… On January 26, 2017, Jan T (Ringwood, NJ), posted a message to members of the PRP Facebook Support Group regarding clothing. The feedback she received is well worth including in the PRP Survival Guide. I have attended three annual meetings of the American Academy of Dermatology (Denver, San Francisco and Orlando). Delasco
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