Kim Kardashian’s Psoriasis Playbook: What Actually Worked (and What Didn’t)

In this popular episode of She MD, Kim Kardashian joins us to talk about her battle with psoriasis, the most common autoimmune disease in the United States and a condition that can affect multiple systems of the body, not just the skin. To treat her psoriasis, Kim tried everything from topicals to lasers to sleeping in plastic wrap. Get all her tips and tricks for living with psoriasis and finding the right treatment to manage this challenging condition. Kim shares all her favorite routines when it comes to self-care, wellness, and fitness. Spoiler: Kim doesn’t believe in cutting corners when it comes to working out! Kim reflects on her twenties, the family values that shaped who she is today, and how her prison reform work inspired to attend law school, following in her dad’s footsteps.

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Kim Kardashian is a cultural trailblazer, actress, fashion icon, activist, entrepreneur, and devoted mother of four. She revolutionized the shapewear market with her cult-favorite brand SKIMS and has significantly transformed the beauty industry through her highly successful cosmetic and fragrance lines, KKW Beauty and KKW Fragrance. Beyond her business acumen, Kim is a powerful advocate for criminal justice reform and is currently pursuing a law degree. Her influence on contemporary culture is unparalleled, making her a defining figure of our time.

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Kim's Tips For Managing Psoriasis:

Topical Treatments: Use steroid creams, either over-the-counter non-fluorinated or prescribed fluorinated steroids for more severe cases. Apply creams and consider saran wrapping affected areas overnight to enhance absorption and effectiveness.

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Light Therapy: Utilize ultraviolet light therapy. Consider home-based treatments like red light therapy, which may help manage symptoms.

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Systemic Medications: For more severe cases, consult with a healthcare provider about systemic treatments like biologics or immune suppressive drugs. Complete necessary medical tests before starting immune suppressive medications (e.g., testing for tuberculosis, hepatitis, and chest X-rays).

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Lifestyle Approaches: Stress can lead to psoriasis breakouts, so finding effective ways to manage it is crucial. Incorporate stress management techniques like yoga or meditation. Make sure to maintain a healthy diet and avoid known personal triggers, which may include certain foods or stressors.

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Regular Consultation and Monitoring: Regularly see a board-certified dermatologist for ongoing management and adjustments to your treatment plan. If joint pain or other systemic symptoms occur, get referrals to appropriate specialists such as rheumatologists.

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In This Episode:

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(00:00) Intro: Kim Kardashian discusses psoriasis experience

(05:33) Understanding psoriasis: Types and symptoms explained

(11:17) Diagnosing psoriasis: Challenges and differentiation

(16:36) Treatment options: Topical and systemic approaches

(22:58) Lifestyle factors and psoriasis management

(28:54) Kim's openness about health challenges

(33:22) Kim reflects on personal growth

(35:51) Five key tips for psoriasis patients

Kim Kardashian’s Psoriasis Playbook: What Actually Worked (and What Didn’t)

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