Nose and nasal-related issues Here’s what we already know. A runny nose is a common occurrence among PRP patients. A runny nose is yet another indignity thrust upon us as we journey forward. According to the Mayo Clinic, a runny nose is excess nasal drainage. It may be a thin clear fluid, thick mucus, or something in […]
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PRP and Work-Related Issues While I faced the typical and predictable challenges to body, mind and spirit all PRP patients face, there was one major exception: the workplace. I was retired when the “Red Bastard” came knocking on my door in August 2012 Every PRP journey is unique. For many PRP patients the onset of
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Issues related to flares The PRP Survival Guide is designed to be a repository of experiences and insights shared by PRP patients and their caregivers. Collectively, the PRP community possesses a wealth of practical knowledge about pityriasis rubra pilaris. Only we are best positioned to harvest that knowledge. Share what you have learned about flares and setbacks. Share articles you feel
New Topic to Develop ❏ FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE❏ COST OF HEALTHCARE From the Editor The PRP Survival Guide is designed to be a repository of experiences and insights shared by PRP patients and their caregivers. Collectively, the PRP community possesses a wealth of practical knowledge about pityriasis rubra pilaris. Only we are best positioned to harvest that knowledge. Share what
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FROM THE EDITOR The Lion’s Share of information presented in PRP 101 comes from Land of Chat posts and comments. The purpose of “In the Queue” is to provide a staging area for the collection and processing of PRP patient and caregiver sights and observations. The post(s) listed below are “In the Queue” for content development
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Issues related to ears and hearing The PRP Survival Guide is designed to be a repository of experiences and insights shared by PRP patients and their caregivers. Collectively, the PRP community possesses a wealth of practical knowledge about pityriasis rubra pilaris. Only we are best positioned to harvest that knowledge. Share what you have learned about PRP, ears and
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From the Editor One of the many frustrating aspects associated with pityriasis rubra pilaris is reflected in the following mantra: “What works for one doesn’t work for all.” Over the past few years, however, I have taken the opportunity its to amend the Treatment Mantra to reflect a more positive reality: “What works for one doesn’t work for all,but if
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Accept the fact: We are fragile. How is malware related to PRP and coping strategies? Let me try to explain. By the way — reading this article will NOT cause a malware attack. It was a dark and stormy night (two weeks ago) when a member of the PRP Facebook Support Group posted a question about the efficacy of
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The GARD PRP Report The PRP Report is published by the Genetic and Rare Disease (GARD) Information Center. This “Translation Version” uses Google Translate functionality is to accommodate PRP patients and their caregivers who prefer a language other than English. — Editor Pityriasis rubra pilaris Summary Pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) refers to a group of skin
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STANDING UP FOR YOUR HEALTH On June 3, 2015, the PRPA Alliance participated in a conference call arranged by the National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD) that included an announcement by John Huber, executive director of the Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation (AA&MDSIF). Supported by a grant, John’s organization had been working on a
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