Understanding Psoriasis, Low Cortisol, Aldosterone, Addison's Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, and Salt Cravings
Why Has Progress in Psoriasis Treatment Been Slow? There is a concerning trend among some medical professionals who adopt a somewhat superficial attitude toward the dangers of excessive salt intake, often citing its harms without fully grasping the complex clinical implications or delving deeply into the underlying science. This lack of nuanced understanding can be particularly frustrating for patients dealing with chronic conditions. As someone who has lived with genetically inherited psoriasis and Adrenal insufficiency for 64 years, I am deeply frustrated by the slow pace of scientific progress in treating these conditions. It's disheartening to see how little has changed since psoriasis was first formally described. In 1809, English physician Robert Willan (1757–1812) provided one of the earliest diagnostic descriptions of psoriasis, categorizing its various forms, including guttate, scalp, and palmar psoriasis. At that time, he referred to it as "lepra vulgaris," a te...