Being pregnant is something that can have a lot of effects on a person’s body. It seems like every part of your body is acting a little differently. If you live with psoriasis, you may also notice changes in your symptoms. Not only that, but you may also need to change your psoriasis treatment regimen before, during, and after pregnancy. That goes for men with psoriasis, too.
It doesn’t matter what stage of life you’re going through. There are psoriasis treatment options that can adjust to it all. Talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns about managing your psoriasis treatment during or after pregnancy.
Heather Summe, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. Dr. Summe is the Chief of the Division of Dermatology at Lenox Hill Hospital.
References
National Psoriasis Foundation. (2022). Life with psoriasis.
National Psoriasi Foundation. (n.d.). Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
National Psoriasis Foundation. (2020). Treatment and pregnancy.
UpToDate. (2023). Management of psoriasis in pregnancy.
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