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Biologics, Myths, and Monitoring: The Evolution of Psoriasis Treatment
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Psoriasis is more than a skin condition—it's a signal of whole-body health. In this episode, Dr. Steve Feldman, leading psoriasis expert and dermatology professor at Wake Forest, unpacks the evolution of our understanding of this complex disease.
Once seen as purely skin-deep, psoriasis is now known to be a systemic inflammatory condition linked to joint pain, heart disease, and depression. But which of these risks truly matter? Dr. Feldman separates clinical facts from online fearmongering, offering clarity on what patients should really pay attention to.
He also walks us through the dramatic shift in treatment—from coal tar and immunosuppressants to game-changing biologics that can clear skin with just a few injections a year. Plus, surprising insights from his research on medication adherence reveal how patient behavior affects outcomes more than we think.
Whether you have psoriasis or just want to understand the broader health implications, this episode is your guide to smarter care and realistic risk assessment.
Chapters
1. Biologics, Myths, and Monitoring: The Evolution of Psoriasis Treatment (00:00:00)
2. Introduction to Dr. Steve Feldman (00:00:19)
3. Psoriasis: More Than Skin Deep (00:00:59)
4. Separating Real Risks from Statistics (00:04:15)
5. Managing Depression and Screening Patients (00:07:15)
6. Modern Treatments with Minimal Risks (00:09:29)
7. Why Patients Don't Use Their Medications (00:14:24)
8. The Future of Psoriasis Treatment (00:21:30)
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