Psoriasis is a non infectious condition that affects the skin. It forms itchy red, scaly patches on the affected parts of the skin. In most people it will be localized to a certain area, either the scalp and neck area, or the arms and legs or the skin folds. It affects approximately 5%of the population.
Psoriasis treatment for scaly skin is mainly to control the multiplication of the skin cells as well as to remove the scales and smooth out the skin. A complete cure is yet to be found but with the help of your doctor you can treat your psoriasis outbreaks effectively.
Main Types of Treatment
The main types of psoriasis treatment are normally used in isolation or in combination depending on the severity of your condition. The most common one and the one that is used to treat mild to moderate psoriasis is topical creams and ointments.
Topical Creams and Ointments
These creams and ointments mostly contain a corticosteroid such as hydrocortisone. Creams and ointments that contain corticosteroids reduce inflammation and stop the itching.
However, they have significant side effects and should only be used on prescription and as prescribed by your doctor. Prolonged use should be avoided as it may lead to skin thinning. There are topical creams and ointments that contain vitamin D analogues or retinols.
These creams work by slowing down the production of the skin cells. They also have an anti-inflammatory effect and may reduce itching. They should also be used on prescription and are mainly prescribed for mild to moderate psoriasis.
Phototherapy
Another type of psoriasis treatment is light therapy or phototherapy. Phototherapy is commonly used when you are suffering from severe psoriasis and topical treatments are no longer effective. It uses an invisible wavelength of light known as ultraviolet B.
Ultraviolet B penetrates the skin and slows down skin cell production. The therapy takes only a few minutes but more than one session will be required. Treatment using phototherapy requires a dermatologist and in most cases will be applied in the hospital.
If you are suffering from mild to moderate psoriasis exposing your skin to sunlight for a few minutes every day is a natural way for you to do some phototherapy. Do not allow your skin to get sunburned though. Phototherapy is often used in combination with the other forms of therapy.
The use of oral or injected medication for scaly skin is usually a last resort. It is only used when you are suffering from severe psoriasis that is not responding to the other types of treatment. This type of psoriasis treatment has serious side effects and when you are put on it, your doctor must monitor you very closely. Prolonged use of oral medication or injected medication is discouraged.
Home Remedies
The last type of psoriasis treatment for scaly skin we will discuss today is home remedies that treat psoriasis. There are a number of things you can do to help relieve or prevent the dryness on your skin that is caused by psoriasis. You will need to stay hydrated by drinking lots of water and applying quality moisturizers to your skin regularly.
You can also eat a healthy well balanced diet rich in foods that promote healthy skin production such as beans. Avoid using soaps on your skin and go for soap free soaps or very mild soaps. You can also use coal tar based soaps and shampoos to treat your psoriasis as your shower.
Psoriasis in most cases is a lifelong condition that flares up periodically. Living with psoriasis or scaly skin can be very inconvenient and unpleasant but with the right psoriasis treatment, you will hardly notice it.
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