Beneath the White Coat

This poem reflects on how psoriasis is often reduced to scores and metrics, even though its impact reaches far beyond what PASI or DLQI can capture. Written from the perspective of a dermatologist who also lives with the condition, it explores how personal experience reshapes empathy, thresholds for escalation, and the language of care. It offers a glimpse into what it means to sit on both sides of the consultation desk.