The goal of treatment is to control the
symptoms and control their recurrence and infections. If you have psoriasis
here are some of the common treatment options you might have.
Topical applications (creams,
ointments)
Medications that reduce inflammation:
These medicines contain cortisone, which is a mild steroid. The main function of cortisone is to reduce inflammation and redness of skin. However, since it acts by suppressing immunity, it can have various side effects as well. Some of the ill effects of cortisone is that it is believed to lead to dependence on the drug, since it provides relief when applied, but the symptoms (dry, itchy and scaling skin) soon reappear when its application is stopped.
Ointments to reduce skin cell turnover:
These are creams, ointments, lotions and shampoos containing coal tar or retinue. Both these compounds work by slowing down cell growth and reproduction. If you do opt for this mode of treatment make sure you are not pregnant since it is known to cause birth defects in fetuses.
Medication to remove scales associated with Psoriasis:
These usually contain salicylic or lactic acid
Ointments to moisturize the skin:
This usually includes over-the-counter moisturizers.
Medications that reduce inflammation:
These medicines contain cortisone, which is a mild steroid. The main function of cortisone is to reduce inflammation and redness of skin. However, since it acts by suppressing immunity, it can have various side effects as well. Some of the ill effects of cortisone is that it is believed to lead to dependence on the drug, since it provides relief when applied, but the symptoms (dry, itchy and scaling skin) soon reappear when its application is stopped.
Ointments to reduce skin cell turnover:
These are creams, ointments, lotions and shampoos containing coal tar or retinue. Both these compounds work by slowing down cell growth and reproduction. If you do opt for this mode of treatment make sure you are not pregnant since it is known to cause birth defects in fetuses.
Medication to remove scales associated with Psoriasis:
These usually contain salicylic or lactic acid
Ointments to moisturize the skin:
This usually includes over-the-counter moisturizers.
There are some drugs available that are
known as Systemic medications. This consists of pills and
injections that contain methotrexate, retinoid and cyclosporine. These drugs
must be prescribed by a trained physician after a thorough examination of your
general health, since most of these drugs do have severe side effects. If you
are planning to use these medications to treat psoriasis make sure you tell
your doctor everything about your health and if you plan to get pregnant any
time soon. Your doctor might advice you to get some regular blood tests, to
check for the status of your Immune system. If your psoriasis patches get
infected, you will also be prescribed antibiotics to help fight the infection.
Another method of treatment is photo therapy.
This is a treatment method where your doctor will use Ultraviolet (UV)
light to treat psoriasis.
The different types are:
UVB light:
This treatment is usually given along with other topical or systemic medication. You will likely have to go through three to five sittings per week for two to three months.
PUVA (Psolaren plus ultraviolet A):
Beams of ultraviolet A light are used with Psolaren (a topical medicine which increases the skin’s sensitivity to light). Once you are done with the treatment it is essential that you cover your skin and eyes well for at least 12 hrs after you have completed your sitting.
Lasers:
These are extremely concentrated beams of ultraviolet light which work on only the diseased skin. Reducing the side effects associated with UVB and PUVA treatments.
The different types are:
UVB light:
This treatment is usually given along with other topical or systemic medication. You will likely have to go through three to five sittings per week for two to three months.
PUVA (Psolaren plus ultraviolet A):
Beams of ultraviolet A light are used with Psolaren (a topical medicine which increases the skin’s sensitivity to light). Once you are done with the treatment it is essential that you cover your skin and eyes well for at least 12 hrs after you have completed your sitting.
Lasers:
These are extremely concentrated beams of ultraviolet light which work on only the diseased skin. Reducing the side effects associated with UVB and PUVA treatments.
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