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Does anyone know of a really good medication/over the counter drug that treats Psoriasis?
I have Psoriasis and I was wondering if anyone knows of any good treatments besides UVB rays and sunlight.
Please tell me if you know any!
Keep in mind that every case of psoriasis is different. Not one medication will work for everyone and unfortunately it's about trying out different ones until you find what works well for you. When I have a really bad breakout I use Dovonex. I've tried several over the counter creams and that one works for me. But don't be afraid to talk to your doctor and go for different creams. Stay away from oral medications since it can really harm your liver unless there's no other way around it ok? Yes medications really work but you HAVE to follow the directions. If it says use twice a day use it twice a day. Not just once. Also, in between applications when the skin has soaked in all the medicine spread some lotion on the areas so it stays moisturized. It will make the medicine work twice as fast and my doc did tell me that.
Here's a few natural suggestions also. Not all are just creams but all are over the counter or easy to get. You didn't specify whether it was scalp or otherwise so I put included both.
I am going to try this one since I just heard about it. Soak your elbows in vinegar or apple cider vinegar for a few minutes and then wrap it with a pad soaked in warmed olive oil. I'd suggest doing this in the evenings before bed so it can really soak in. This would make a great nighttime soak.
Also, you can go for lotions that really create a barrier and keep your skin from being exposed to dry conditions etc like Vaseline Intensive Care lotion twice a day. That one really gave me some relief and helped keep my plaques under control the best.
Sunlight or UV rays is touch and go for people but make sure you use sunscreen on the areas of the body that isn't covered in plaques while in the sun or rays since our skin is different than the average skin types out there. You definitely don't want to cure psoriasis to end up with skin cancer!
I have heard of people having success with rubbing vitamin e oil *just take vitamin e capsules, break them, and rub the oil on the plaques* and then bandaging it.
Flax Seed is something that's very important to take. Just get the pill form and take it as directed. It helps with the immune system and therefore helps with the psoriasis. Omega3s help as well which Flax Seed has so it's good. I use EFA Gold. It has a pharmacutical grade of Omega3 and I just buy it online. You can find it all over the place. Flax seed you can take separately.
The main thing is to keep the areas moist or protected from drying out. If you do keep the skin moist just be really careful to watch for infection since we get it easier than other people. Let the skin dry but not dry out between applications of different products! I hope that gives you a few things to try so you don't feel at your wits end with it. The main thing you need to know is not one thing is going to work for everyone so try a few different ideas to find what works for YOU. You're never alone so if you need someone to talk to about this to have a shoulder and listen you're welcome to email me any time. Good luck!
Warding Off Psoriasis - The Nature Inspired Psoriasis Remedy
If you have ever suffered with psoriasis you know the struggles of seeking out a cure, not just from the physical appearance of the disease but also the annoying itching it causes. There are expensive creams and lotions available from most supermarkets, or prescription medications that may offer temporary relief. One modern method to treat the problem is through a psoriasis UVB treatment program, which involves exposing affected areas of the skin to UVB rays. There are also quite a few natural cures for dealing with psoriasis, using products you probably already have lying around the house.
Bathing correctly is one easy and natural way to ease psoriasis. Proper bathing and showering are vital in preventing flare-ups of psoriasis and treating the disease. Showers or baths should be short and in lukewarm water. The skin will quickly become dried up and irritable if exposed to warm water for too long. Itching and inflammation can also be relieved by adding minerl, vegetable or olive oil to your bath. After the shower or bath, be sure to lotion up and lock in the moisture.
Another natural psoriasis remedy is to drink water in greater quantities. Drinking water will keep the skin and body hydrated from the inside out. Although keeping the skin moist using lotion is imperative, keeping the body hydrated will help prevent outbreaks. Drinking water is easy and cheap. Look to be drinking at least one and a half litres of water a day. Cutting back on alcohol and caffeine will help too, not only are they diuretics which cause your body to become dehydrated, they are also common triggers for psoriasis flare ups.
Another way on getting your psoriasis under control is through your diet. The problem with adopting a diet for psoriasis, is that the foods that are good for your body may actually cause a flare-up. Fruits can help fight aging of the skin, but they can also cause flare-ups. Adding in some fish and nuts that contain Omega-3 fatty acids is good for the skin as well. Omega-3 can help prevent future breakouts and reduce the amount of time for current flare-ups to heal.
Supplements that are commonly taken to help with psoriasis are widely available from health food stores. It may require some research to find the best treatment for you, but the all natural qualities are good for your body and skin. Vitamin supplements are great as well, especially Vitamins E and C. Aloe Vera and Olive oil can be taken internally or externally and both are great for the skin.
Whilst psoriasis isn't curable, you can find some natural ways to deal with the symptoms and controlling the outbreaks can make all the difference in the world.
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