SineadRose

I've had psoriasis for a long while now and have seen so many doctors and dermatologists. I have been keeping it under control with loads of topical creams, corticosteroids and such but no medications so far, i also had Phototherapy in September which cleared it up mostly but with psoriasis it always flares up again. At the moment I have nothing too stressful to worry about, but I have heard that the nursing programme is tough. Something to look forward to i guess. Having Psoriasis on my face (although it's not really easy to see right now) does make me a bit insecure but having dealt with it for a while I'm at peace with it. I just know how people react when seeing psoriasis and if it could be a problem in the nursing field since I can't exactly cover it up. I know psoriasis is not contagious and it shouldn't be a problem in that regard, my main worry with my psoriasis and pursuing nursing is about the affect psoriasis has on my immune system and if it would be a problem dealing with sick patients. It wouldn't be good if I kept getting sick and since psoriasis is constantly affecting my immune system my only fear is that it would be a problem. I hope it won't though. How do you find dealing with your psoriasis and nursing school? :) Hope all is going well.

So, I've gotten my place in college to do general nursing and I am sooo excited and nervous to start the course! It's something I've always wanted to do and I really can't wait for the course to start, but as the weeks get closer and closer I feel a little bit anxious. You see, last September I was diagnosed with severe guttate and scalp psoriasis. I've been able to keep it under control so far and having flare-ups is mainly just uncomfortable for me, but the worst part is that I do flare up on my face as well, which as you can imagine is not a good look for a future nurse to be rocking. Also since psoriasis is an autoimmune disease, I'm afraid that I would be easily susceptible to illnesses making me not the best candidate for nursing. Anyways, do you think a career in nursing would be okay for someone with a condition affecting their immune system and can be easily seen in my case. Also if you can give me some advice that would help a lot. :) Sinéad.