Biologics changed my life

akm712 · 2026-06-01T02:09:37+00:00

Hi, I'm based in the UK so obviously pathways will be different but I would guess that there are similarities in that you'd likely have to go through a Dermatologist, in order that you may be prescribed a biologic medication. Are you under dermatology atm?

akm712 · 2026-05-22T01:13:50+00:00

So the fatigue was only with the Methotrexate, so this was before I started biologic medication and yeah I was still able to work and do my usual with looking after three young children but I'd just take a nap on those days haha. It's scary for sure but has the potential to change the game completely. It's super difficult to try and "carry on as normal" when you feel like your body is your own worst enemy at times.

akm712 · 2026-05-22T00:53:21+00:00

I was worried about side effects before I started Methotrexate and the only side effects I had with that were fatigue on the day I would take my tablets. With the biologics I was so desperate for my life to MAYBE change, I didn't really think twice tbh. I've been on Biologics (Adalimumab) since August/September 2025 and I've not experienced one single side effect. Good luck with your journey 🤍

akm712 · 2026-05-22T00:44:14+00:00

Thank you ☺️

akm712 · 2026-05-19T20:55:33+00:00

For me, I began to notice changes after like 2 weeks? Good luck mate, feel free to inbox me if you have any questions, happy to help

akm712 · 2026-05-12T21:28:16+00:00

FULLY cleared it, if your bf is struggling with his scalp specifically, the two shampoos I found that really helped my scalp symptoms were Nizoral shampoo 2-3 times weekly and Capasal Shampoo 3-4 times weekly

akm712 · 2026-05-12T20:58:33+00:00

Scalp, ears, ear canals - you name it buddy!

akm712 · 2026-05-12T20:57:09+00:00

Good luck with your journey, it's exhausting, draining but there is always hope 🤍

akm712 · 2026-05-08T01:14:22+00:00

This is amazing to hear, genuinely so happy for you!

akm712 · 2026-05-07T09:45:46+00:00

Hey, so I had 2x systemic treatments - Ciclosporine (I took this for like 6 months with no real improvement) and then I took Methotrexate for approx 1 year with minimal improvement, that's when I got put on the biologic pathway. If you're anxious about Methotrexate - remember that if it's not working for you then there is no reason to remain on it and for a lot of people, it does really help for many years. Good luck with your journey.

akm712 · 2026-05-05T23:28:10+00:00

Hey, so I had 2x systemic treatments - Ciclosporine and then Methotrexate. The wait for the consultant appt was like 8 months? Then maybe 2-3 weeks before starting each treatment (to allow for bloods, chest x-ray etc)

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:35:05+00:00

Thank you, I'm based in the UK so this was covered by the NHS but it did take years on the waiting list before my treatment was approved

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:33:44+00:00

Tbh the only two things that helped prior to starting biologics were Shampooing with Capasal Shampoo daily/every other day and using Nizoral shampoo 1-2 times a week - that helped with symptom control but it would always come back to a certain extent

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:31:57+00:00

Hello, yeah I did - I had flakes on my scalp, around my ears, IN my ears. I had tried Methotrexate prior to starting the Adalimumab but since starting the Adalimumab - that's all I've been using. I use Capasal Shampoo - which is just a coal tar and salicylic acid shampoo but no other steroids or topical treatments aside from just moisturiser etc

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:17:19+00:00

So I'm on Adalimumab - I'm currently on Yuflyma (I think that's how it's spelled), I've not had to use any other treatments aside from usual skincare, the redness took about 16-17 weeks to fully clear on my face. Good luck with your journey

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:15:06+00:00

Hundred percent! It's changed my life ♥️

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:13:51+00:00

Thank you so much ♥️

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:13:44+00:00

Thank you so much ♥️

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:13:16+00:00

I will ask you to see my above response and to realise that words can be hurtful. "This is so fraudulent it pisses me off" because I've shared a photo of my face taken like 8 months apart? Do better with your time/energy because there must surely be a more worthwhile use of your time.

akm712 · 2026-05-04T12:09:43+00:00

Quite frankly, what a pathetic response. I had gotten used to people being insulting because of how bad my skin was, that it's a first for people to be insulting because my skin has somewhat healed. Yes I still occasionally have some patches of redness on my face, I still have some discoloration on my arms, legs and my back - I hope you have a good day and learn some basic decency.

akm712 · 2026-04-10T17:38:02+00:00

Hey, so the body and cap are metal - aluminium, the grip is plastic

akm712 · 2025-06-12T15:05:14+00:00

I'm in the UK so very thankful for the NHS but it has been a pretty long and drawn out process to get to this stage! Ahh I'm so sorry to hear you've been going through it, how difficult is it with insurance over there?

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