Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin disease that is constant and never ending.
It can be recognized by red patches of skin that are covered
with white scales. People with Psoriasis usually have this red
scaling looking rash on various parts of their body including
the genitals, ears, elbows, knees, bell button, bottom and even
the scalp.
There are over five million people in the United States that
have been diagnosed with Psoriasis. This cause of Psoriasis is
from hasty replication of skin cells that structure a
substantial exterior layer of skin. This condition can be either
mild all the way to severe.
Psoriasis
is thought to be a disorder of the immune system. What scientist
now believe is that a white blood cell that is called a T cell
believes it is protecting the body and begins the fast cell
growth and inflammation. But, more research does need to be done
in order to ensure this is the exact cause.
There are many things that can bring on the onset of Psoriasis
including a skin injury, infection, sunburn, stress, and some
medications,
There is no known cure for Psoriasis, but some medications can
reduce some of the symptoms associated with this condition. Not
everyone will receive the same effect. It is best to talk with
your physician before trying any type of medication or herb for
your relief.
Topicals are creams that can aid is relieving some of the
inflammation and discomfort due to Psoriasis. Some of the
topicals include Anthralin, Dovonex, Salicylic acid, Tar,
Tazorac, and Corticosteroids.
UVB phototherapy has also been helpful. This treatment exposes
the skin to a UVB light source. It is believed the ultraviolet
light works on restoring the normal growth of the skin cells.
Prescribed medications called systemic medications work on the
entire body and are normally used for people with severe
psoriasis. Some of these medications include Biologics,
Cyclosporine, Methotrexate, Soriatane, Hydrea, mycophenolate
mofetil, Accutane, 6-Thioguanine and sulfasalazine.
Many people are now trying alternative ways to aid in the relief
of Psoriasis. Some of these include magnets, acupuncture,
Ayurvedic medicine, Chiropractic, Homeopathic medicine , Chinese
medicine, Naturopathic medicine, and herbal remedies.
Diets can also be changed to help with Psoriasis. Adding such
items to your diet such as zinc, garlic, ginseng and enzymes,
fish oil, evening primrose oil and shark cartilage all have been
used in patients with Psoriasis. It is best to talk with your
physician before you change your diet or add other supplements
to your diet.
Sun and water have also showed some improvement in people with
Psoriasis. The heat from the sun even has benefits to arthritis
associated with psoriasis.