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Kim Kardashian’s Psoriasis Playbook: What Actually Worked (and What Didn’t)

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Aug 5, 2025
Kim Kardashian, a cultural icon and entrepreneur, shares her personal struggles with psoriasis, revealing her self-care secrets and various treatments she's tried, like light therapy and topical steroids. Joining her is Daniel J. Wallace, an expert in autoimmune disorders, who sheds light on the complexities of psoriasis, its emotional impact, and the importance of proper diagnosis. Together, they discuss the mind-body connection to wellness and the significance of professional guidance in managing health challenges.
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ANECDOTE

Psoriasis First Appeared At 30

  • Kim first noticed psoriasis at age 30 after a party and first treated it with a cortisone shot that cleared it for years.
  • The rash returned five years later and has persisted with intermittent flares since then.
INSIGHT

How Psoriasis Develops Biologically

  • Dr. Wallace explains psoriasis arises from rapid keratinocyte turnover causing thick, scaly plaques.
  • About 70–80% of cases are plaque psoriasis, the common form Kim described.
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Psoriasis Is Immune-Driven, Not Classic Autoimmune

  • Psoriasis is an immune-mediated inflammatory disease linked to genetic markers rather than classic autoantibodies.
  • It clusters with inflammatory bowel disease and differs from lupus or rheumatoid arthritis families.
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