Psoriasis

What is psoriasis? What causes psoriasis? Is there a cure or treatment for psoriasis? Psoriasis is a skin condition, it is a disease, but it is not contagious. The name comes from the Greek word for itch. It can be hereditary, caused by external influences (allergic reaction to foods or the environment) and sometimes stress. 4-5% of the population is known to be affected, and this number is growing. However, it is suspected that 1 in 5 people have some form of psoriasis either descripts or none descript. Once you have psoriasis, it is very likely you will have it for ever. It may go away, and come back. It might respond to various treatments, and it may not. Basically psoriasis is your body over producing skin cells. You have too many skin cells in one location which is why it often swe...

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Is psoriasis possible to happen in the scrotum area skin? As I am having psoriasis like symptoms on scrotal skin, I would like to know answer for this question. So also cream /Tablet may be suggested please. ## Psoriasis can occur anywhere, although the scrotal area is not common. What have you already tried to treat it? What symptoms are you experiencing? According to FDA reports, psoriasis usually results in dry, itchy, scaly, layered skin that may also be sore, or crack and bleed. Has a doctor check it out for you? Are you on any medications?

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My wife has been suffering from Psoriasis for the last 4 years but for the 3 months it has been spread out heavily with Red spods on her whole body including scalp. So we are using Propysalic NF ointment. My question is how long will it take remove completely. ## Hello, Govinda! How are you and your wife? Propysalic is listed as containing a steroid, so it may cause some side effects, as listed by the FDA, which could include skin redness, irritation, acne and dryness. It also should only be used for a period of 2 to 4 weeks, if there is no improvement after that, she'll need to return to her doctor to explore other treatment options. There are also no guarantees that it will remove it completely, even if she uses it for a full month. How long will she be using it? ## Hi. I have bee...

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i am suffer from psoriasis. please tell me the cause of disease ## it s a problem of the immune system, it can or cannot be accompanied by gout, arthiritis, RA,lupus an other problems, i have psoriasis an have gout, an arthiritis, i ve tried nearly every shampoo , an every lotion an salve, nothing will make it go away, solstice or vicks salve gives it the best releif for me but it usually have dead skin scales accumulate till they peel in a thicker layer, i noticed i never had problem with psoriasis at a younger age as i was a coalminer an shampooed my hair with joy dish washing liquid as to get grease out of hair, my daughter is hair dresser an she told me that even if i used joy now i still would have to use conditioner to restore moisture, now when my dead skin peels up an it s raw i...

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Hey..I'm 18. I was diagnosed with psoriasis 4 years ago. I tried every medicine, every cream.. I went to the doctors and then someone told me about this shampoo "Conaz". I have been using it for an year or so..it worked effectively at first but now it doesn't seem to be much effective.. My friend told me a side effect of Conaz is that it reduces testosterone levels in your body. Is it true? I'm curious if this will affect my libido in future? ## U can use olyprox lotion .......and plz apply some home remedies..........i have also suffered this..........u can apply fresh coconut water on ur scalp.....it will complety reduce itching and all germs.......

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HI IM 58 AND SUFFER FROM PSORIASIS FOR THE PAST 32 YRS AND NOW ITS GETTING SO CHRONIC AND OUT OF CONTROL THAT II CANT KEEP UP WITH IT.I KNOW THAT STRESS AND NERVES WILL ACTIVATE IT BEYOND CONTROL SO,WHAT CAN I DO?I HAVE PUT A 1000 TUBES OF DOVENEX AT LEAST THE CREAM AND OINTMENT AND YES BETA METHASONE WHCH IS A STEROID I WISH TO NEVER USE AGAIN.U SEE THE MORE I USE IT THE WORST ALWAYS COMES BACK.IM SPENDING AT LEAST 2HRS A DAY TRYING TO MAKE THIS DREDFULL BEAST TO GO AWAY TO NO AVAIL.IM SICK OF IT AND THERES DAYS I DONT TREAT IT CAUSE I KNOW IN MY MIND THERE WILL NEVER BE AN END TO IT. PS TAKE CARE GOD BLESS YOURES FRUSTRATIVLY ROYCE MICHAEL KAYE

I've been on OTEZLA for 6 weeks. I also treat my psoriasis with a steroid ointment and a clobetasol FOAM for my scalp. I have to say nausea is the worst side effect I have from it. OTEZLA says you can take it with no dietary restrictions but I think you should eat 30 minutes prior to taking it. Migraines are the other thing I get frequently since taking it. ## Hello, Chelsie! How are you doing? Those can be typical side effects, as reported by the manufacturer, Celgene. You may also experience dizziness, diarrhea, fatigue, and runny nose. In such cases, where nausea is bad, most doctors or pharmacists do recommend that you make sure to take the medication with food, but it is always a good idea to double check, just in case. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Anybody take Ot...

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How effective is Zempred in the treatment of genital psoriasis? Are there any studies? ## Hi Dr., After plenty of research, I haven't located any studies on using Zempred (methylprednisolone) for psoriasis; however there are many claims stating it can in fact be used for psoriasis - (the level of effectiveness is just unclear). The site linked below has a review on it that may be helpful: flakehq.com/archives/0503b.htm I hope this helps! ## Hi David, Thanks so mucyh! I found the link you gave me informative and useful. Best, G.

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I am a Psoriasis patient taking 17 mg of Folitrax a week. Are there any side effects from taking this medication ? If so please tell me the precautions. I would appreciate your advice to my email address. Thank you. ## Folitrax contains the active ingredient Methotrexate, it is used to inhibit the immune system. Side effects may include: nausea, hair loss, vomiting and increased risk of bruising. Read more: Do you have any questions? ## My wife is suffering from Poly Myositis. Dr, Aman Sharma From PGI is doing treatment of her. But in muscle biopsy, its muscle destrophy. Which cannot be possible on practical grounds as she has no symptom of that. She is 36 now. Dr. aman is quite sure that its not possible as patient is recovering. Anyone suggests that it can be possible that a patient(L...

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I am age 69 and I've been taking high blood pressure medicine for the last twenty years. I had an angioplasty operation 6 years back. Two years back my doctor prescribed Eritel 40mg for my BP. However, if I use it for three consecutive days, my pulse rate falls drastically along with my blood pressure. Recently, I started suffering from psoriasis on my hands and body. Has this drug something to do with it?

Has there been any work done on using Melatonin as a possible assistor in controlling psoriasis. ## Based on what I've read, there actually have been studies demonstrating Melatonin's promising benefits for managing psoriasis. According to an article on Livestrong, "It is suggested that the role of melatonin in psoriasis should probably be further investigated, as it appears that this hormone might be linked with two other hormones (growth hormone, also known as GH, and prolactin), which also appear to be lower in patients with psoriasis." I would keep in mind though that melatonin and other natural supplements shouldn't be used to replace any drugs or therapies recommended by your doctor. However from personal experience, I know that a healthy diet may also improve ...

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medicine ## There are many of them, without your being a little more specific, I can't tell you anything. Are you looking for information, side effects, recommendations?? ## psoriasis on the skin ## got scaling of skin under my foot but when i try to peel the skin off the skin comes out but also starts tesring inside and little blood can be seen is it a fungus infection or soraisis please reply urgently none in my family had soraisis earlier if you need pictures i can upload it just send me your email id

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I do not have any skin signs of psoriasis but I do have swollen joints. Does anyone else take this drug for this symptom alone without the psoriasis? ## I have same. Hands were very swollen and painful. It helped a lot with that. ## Yes, this medication is used to treat both skin psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis, it can also be used for other immune disorders. The typical side effects of Otezla may include nausea, headache, loss of appetite, and weight loss. Have you started it, yet, Bonnie? If so, has it helped? Is there anyone else on this medication that can share their experiences?

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Is Quadriderm nf good for psoriasis? FYI, yes I do see a dermatologist for it. I'm just wondering if this would work as well? ## There is a chance that it might, but it can also worsen some skin issues, so it should not be taken, unless your doctor approves. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including skin redness, irritation, and flaking. What other medications do you use to treat it?

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DISCUSS INJECTIONS OF KENALOG TO HEAD FOR PSORIASIS?? ## Kenalog Info Click Here ## I received a Kenalog shot in multiple spots of psoriasis on my body. Three days after, I started breaking out in hives all over my legs and body...was I having an allergic reaction to the Kenalog?

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info about Propysalic Ointment For Psoriasis ## My husband is suffering from psoriasis more than eight years.Is there any cream ,body lotion or ointment to get rid of this condition. ## Psoriasis is an immune disorder, so there is no cure per se, the condition can only be managed as best as possible. Learn more Psoriasis details here. From what I have found, Propysalic is listed as being a high potency ointment that contains the steroid Clobetasol coupled with Salicylic Acid. Learn more Clobetasol details here. Learn more Salicyclic Acid details here. Has it been recommended to treat this condition? ## Betnovate or dovabate cream is great I think I've had and used it and is cured ## I am 35 years Male, I have Psoriasis since past 6 months. Unknowingly I have been using Propy salic N...

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My husband suffering from psoriasis... Will this evion skin cream helps his condition? ## This is just a skin cream that contains vitamin E, so it will not likely help much with such a condition. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including skin redness and irritation. What treatment has his physician advised? ## What OTC cream can I use for scalp psoriasis? It is about the size of a half dollar at the base of my neck. I was prescribed clobetasol propionate foam. It worked well, but came back within a month. Big problem is it was $600 with a co-pay of $300, which I can not afford. I don't expect it to go away as fast and will keep it up after clearing.

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I am 72 male, confirmed patient of severe and extensive psoriasis,. I have consumed methotrexate for last 30 years for the control of psoriasis. My psoriasis disappeared since 2010. Now, I have started Geriflo for benign prostate hyperplacia. I usually avoid any medicine for fear of recurrence of psoriasis. But, this has become necessary. Can anyone explain me the consequences of this drug on recurrence of psoriasis ? Has anyone else gone through the same rout? ## Hello Shri, I was wondering what dose you are on and have you had any serious side effects? My husband is 43 with severe psoriatic arthritis and needs to take methotrexate, he is scared of the side effects. Any encouraging words for us? Thank You,Tracy

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My two-year-old daughter had severe psoriasis scalp psoriasis plaque psoriasis you name it she had it she was are oral steroids and topical steroids and topical cream and the antibiotic sulfa which I am highly allergic to and she died two weeks later also she had her vaccines given to her two weeks prior there 2 days prior to receiving that medication help

I was prescribed sulfameth trimeth ds 800 160, taking 2 tablets twice a day for 10 days to treat an infection located on the top of my foot. I completed taking all the pills as directed, two days later I was feeling drowsy and nausea and developed a rash over a large area of my abdomen and arms. If the rash is a side effect of the antibiotic how should I treat it? Doctors believe I have developed psoriasis could they be wrong? ## Hello, Adriano! How are you? This antibiotic can cause a rash, as a side effect. If it is due to taking it, then it should go away on its own after you've been off of it for about 2 weeks. If it doesn't improve, after that time, then you'll need to see your doctor for treatment. Is there anything else I can help with?

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