Psoriasis Patient Stories

It is estimated that over 73,000 people in Ireland suffer from psoriasis¹. Psoriasis is most

commonly characterised by the appearance of red, scaly plaques on the skin. However,

psoriasis is not only a skin condition, it is associated with depression, stigmatism,

unemployment and reduced quality of life¹.

Novartis held a two day patient discussion session for individuals with psoriasis in May.

These individuals’ stories have been captured and brought to life with a series of

illustrations, showing the impact the condition has on the lives of those who suffer with it.  A

selection of these illustrations is shown below. We hope they provide a deeper insight into what

daily life is like for those with psoriasis.

References

The Burden of Psoriasis in Ireland: Epidemiology, Quality of Life, Co-morbidities and Treatment Goals. April 2015

FINAL Psoriasis Patient Stories_v2.pdf