Medically Speaking

This is a post that serves as a warning to people suffering from Psoriasis and taking a drug called Raptiva. It has been reported that the FDA has issued a warning that this drug has some Raptiva side effects. It can cause a serious brain infection called Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy or PML.

I've checked in the net about Psoriasis and here is what I've found.

What is Psoriasis? It is a chronic, non-contagious autoimmune disease which
affects the skin and joints. It commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on
the skin. The scaly patches caused by psoriasis, called psoriatic plaques, are
areas of inflammation and excessive skin production. Skin rapidly accumulates at
these sites and takes on a silvery-white appearance. Plaques frequently occur on
the skin of the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the scalp
and genitals. In contrast to eczema, psoriasis is more likely to be found on the
extensor aspect of the joint.

So, if you know anyone taking Raptiva, you can warn your friends and loved ones now to save them from the side effects. You can check out http://www.youhaverights.com/dangerous-drugs/raptiva