Psoriasis does not discriminate and affects children as well as adults. In this third episode of Beyond Expectations: PsO Let’s Talk Psoriasis, we will address some of the biggest concerns of parents of children living with psoriasis.
Broadcaster Dr Ciara Kelly is joined by Dr Maeve McAleer, Consultant Dermatologist at St. James’s Hospital, Fiona Lawlor, Clinical Nurse Specialist in paediatric dermatology at Tallaght University Hospital and 17-year-old Chris Mulligan who lives with psoriasis. Topics discussed include how to manage psoriasis in children, treatment options, speaking about psoriasis to teachers and friends, and the transition from paediatric to adult care. The panel also answer some of the most common questions posed by parents.