Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes scaly patches and swelling. The bottom skin cells grow and rise to the surface few. This process of skin renewal lasts around a month. With psoriasis this takes place in only a few days because the cells rise too fast and pile up on the surface.

Treatment

Treatment of psoriasis depends on factors such as:

* Severity of the disease.

* Size of patches of psoriasis.

* Type of psoriasis.

* How the patient reacts to certain treatments.

Not all treatments for psoriasis have the same results for all. The doctor may change your treatment if it does not work or if there is backlash.

Topical treatment for psoriasis

Topical treatments for psoriasis, those applied to the skin via creams can:

* Help reduce swelling.

* Delete the immune system.

* Find the peeling skin and unclog pores.

Light therapy for treatment of psoriasis

Ultraviolet light from the sun natural and artificial are used to treat psoriasis. This treatment uses a combination of medication (to make the skin more sensitive) and ultraviolet light.

Systemic treatment for psoriasis

If psoriasis is severe, the doctor may prescribe medication or give it by injection. This is called systemic treatment. Antibiotics are not used to treat psoriasis unless bacteria worsen the disease

Combination therapy for treatment of psoriasis

When the doctor uses a combination of topical treatment, systemic and light, makes geralmenteo with lower doses of each.

Prevention

Psoriasis is a skin disease that is genetically determined family history in 70% of cases. Its causes are not yet fully understood but it is known that it is possible to prevent further injuries and prevent its reappearance to avoid certain situations, such as cold weather, stress and take medicines.

Therefore, the prevention of further bouts of psoriasis can be made as follows:

• Avoid exposure to the sun excessively, since sunburn can harm the skin and trigger a new outbreak of the disease;

• avoid viral infections such as influenza that may lead for example to the onset of psioríase because of the vulnerability of the immune system;

• Avoid stressful situations, such as family conflict, overwork and sudden changes in routine;

• Avoid drugs like alcohol and cigarettes;

• Avoid cold weather whenever possible, since psoriasis may worsen in winter;

• Avoid physical or emotional trauma;

• Avoid taking medications such as antimalarials, which contain lithium, beta-blockers and some NSAIDs and

• Having a good diet, investing in food consumption and orange foods rich in omega 3.

Another good tip is to exercise regularly, which in addition to strengthening muscles, joints and the immune system, can de-stress and calm the mind.

Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious, which is characterized by the presence of whitish or reddish spots on the skin. His treatment does not lead to cure, but as prevention methods help maintain disease control.