Employment
Having psoriasis may require you to have time off work, either because of the condition itself, or for you to attend GP or hospital appointments and to receive treatment. Depending on the severity of your psoriasis, treatment may take up a significant amount of time and / or require frequent appointments.
With some jobs it may be possible to work around your appointments. Most companies offer some degree of flexible working, and a convenient working arrangement can usually be reached by discussing your medical needs with your employer. Arrangements may include:
- working from home on days you have appointments
- working longer hours on the days you do not have appointments
- starting work later and finishing later.
Your employer is legally obliged to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate your medical needs.
If your psoriasis is severe, you may be physically prevented from undertaking some types of manual or skilled labour, but only the Armed Forces are legally allowed to not employ people if they have severe psoriasis.
If you feel that you may have been discriminated against at work because of your psoriasis, there are people that can help you. You can find information from your local Citizens Advice office or contact a solicitor.