PSORIASIS TREATMENT IN HYDERABAD
Dermatologic problems can result in psychosocial effects that seriously affects patient`s lives. Among all the skin problems psoriasis is associated with significantly impaired quality of life. As per current data Psoriasis affects 2-3%in the whole world population.
Psoriasis is an immune mediated skin disorder occurring in genetically predisposed individuals. In psoriasis skin cells multiply and grow rapidly forming red patches covered with white silvery scales. Normally skin cells are replaced every 30 days but in psoriasis they multiply 10 times faster.
Psoriasis is a chronic condition marked by remissions and exacerbations. It can occur at any age but often has two peaks of onset. First peak is between 20-30 years of age and second peak between 50-60 years
Psoriasis can affect skin, nails, joints and scalp. Skin lesions of psoriasis present as thick, red patches with silvery white scales.
What are the triggering factors to develop psoriasis?
Psoriasis is an immune mediated condition which gets triggered in genetically predisposed individuals. The common triggers are-
Injuries
Psoriatic patches can occur in areas of trauma.
Seasonal variation
People see improvement in psoriasis in summer due to greater availability of ultraviolet light and it worsens in winter.
Pregnancy-Hormonal
Pregnancy-Hormonal changes in pregnancy improves psoriasis but it might increase after delivery.
Fever, Respiratory Infections
Fever, Respiratory tract infections are the common triggers especially in children.
Stress might exacerbate
Studies have shown that stress and psoriasis go together and Stress might exacerbate psoriasis.
What are the symptoms of psoriasis?
Symptoms of psoriasis vary based on the type of psoriasis.
Plaque type psoriasis
Plaque type psoriasis-In plaque type psoriasis red, dry, scaly patches commonly develop on the elbows, knees, lower back. They can appear anywhere on the body but usually face is spared.
Nails-Psoriasis
Nails-Psoriasis can involves nails in the form of pitting, discoloration and destruction of entire nail.
Scalp psoriasis
Scalp psoriasis-Scalp psoriasis can involve entire scalp and sometimes spread to forehead, behind ears and nape of the neck. You may notice flakes of dandruff like scales on the scalp.
Patches develop
In severe cases psoriatic patches can develop on the entire body.
What are the treatment options available for psoriasis?
Psoriasis treatment aim to stop skin cells from growing so quickly and to remove scales. Treatment depends on the severity and extent of psoriatic patches on the body. Usually when the involvement is less than 20% topical medications, moisturisers are given.
Topical Corticosteroids – Corticosteroids form the main stay of treatment for mild to moderate psoriasis. Topical steroids help in decreasing the inflammation and thus decreases the scales. Long term use of Steroids can cause thinning of skin hence it is important to follow your dermatologist instructions.
Vitamin D analogues – Synthetic Vitamin D analogues like calcipotriol can be used alone or in combination with topical steroids.
Salicylic acid – salicylic acid shampoos, solutions and ointments promotes shedding of psoriatic scales
Coal tar – Coal tar can help slow down the rapid growth of skin cells but they are messy and can stain clothes. Folliculitis is a common side effect with coal tar application.
When more than 20%body surface area is involved dermatologist might prefer oral drugs or phototherapy.
Phototherapy – Phototherapy involves exposing the skin to Ultraviolet light on a regular basis under dermatologist supervision. Ultraviolet B penetrates the skin and slows down the growth of affected skin cells. Narrowband UVB is safe even in pregnant women and in children. Svaasth Skin and Hair Clinic provides phototherapy treatment for psoriasis. Phototherapy treatment requires visiting the clinic to get exposed to ultraviolet light 2-3 times a week.
Oral treatment for severe psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis
Methotrexate
Ciclosporin
Biologicals
Is Psoriasis Infectious?
No, Psoriasis is an immune mediated condition hence doesn’t spread to others.
Is there a cure for psoriasis?
Psoriasis is a chronic condition with periods of remission and exacerbation.
With advanced evidence based practice of medicine dermatologist can provide treatment for psoriasis to make life of the patient as normal as others
Associations with psoriasis
Psoriasis is a immune mediated inflammatory disorder .It can be associated with joint pains, high blood pressure, and heart related issues. Hence avoidance of smoking, alcohol and maintaining ideal BMI, yoga and stress relief will help in remission.
What are the lifestyle modifications required to prevent exacerbations in psoriasis
Stress, obesity, smoking and alcohol exacerbates psoriasis. Lifestyle changes help tremendously in preventing the flares.
Learn techniques to relax.
Try one of these stress busters
Yoga
Meditation,
Breathing exercise
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