Passengers fled buses because of my skin condition — Anambra content creator

Kosisochukwu Okafor, a 20-year-old content creator from Anambra State, shares her struggle with a rare skin condition called psoriasis. The condition began in October 2022, when Kosisochukwu, who had recently finished her SSCE exams, fell ill. Initially, she thought it was malaria and treated it with antibiotics, but the condition worsened. Kosisochukwu tried various treatments, including injections and traditional remedies, but her condition continued to deteriorate.

After being moved to the Federal Medical Centre in Abuja, a biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of psoriasis. Despite the initial confusion and fear, Kosisochukwu educated herself about the condition and continued her treatment under the guidance of doctors. She explained that the condition spread to her hands, which led to a more serious diagnosis.

The emotional toll of the treatments, which often caused pain and burning sensations, left Kosisochukwu feeling traumatized and in pain. Despite the challenges, she remains under her doctor's supervision and continues to manage her condition.