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Psoriasis, Caues, Symptoms and Psoriasis Treatment
Psoriasis is amongst one of the oldest recorded skin disease conditions. Psoriasis is a chronic disorder, means a lifelong condition because there is currently no cure.It was probably first described around 35 AD. Some evidence indicates an even earlier date. Yet, until recently, very little was known about psoriasis.
Psoriasis of the scalp can result in hair loss. Other, associated conditions include changes in the finger nails (pitting, splitting, and dimpling). In addition, approximately 5% of patients with psoriasis will develop a form of arthritis that affects the small joints in the hands. Psoriasis is the inflammatory condition of skin. There are five types of Psoriasis, each with distinct signs and symptoms. About 10% and 30% of people who develop psoriasis get a related form of arthritis "psoriatic arthritis".
Plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis. About 80% of people who develop psoriasis have plaque psoriasis, which appears as patches of raised, reddish skin covered by silvery-white scale. Studies on psoriasis also suggest that stress, anxiety, loneliness, and low self-esteem are part of daily life for people affected with psoriasis. One of the study on psoriasis also found that the suicide risks is three times higher in psoriatic persons in comparison to general population.
Some individuals never develop this condition despite the family history of psoriasis. Research indicates that a "trigger" is needed to cause psoriasis in a person. Stress, skin injuries, a strep infection, certain medications, and sunburn are some of the known potential triggers of psoriasis. In the early stages, the psoriasis may be unnoticeable. The skin may itch and/or a burning sensation may be present. People often suffer with flares and remissions throughout their life. Controlling the signs and symptoms of psoriasis generally requires lifelong therapy.
Doctors now believe that psoriasis starts with the immune system. T cells, a type of white blood cell, usually protect the body against infection and disease by attacking bacteria and viruses.
Psoriasis treatment
Treatment for psoriasis depends on the severity and the type of psoriasis. Some psoriasis is so mild that the person is unaware of the condition. Treatment is with topical lotions, shampoos, and cold tar preparations. Topical corticosteroid creams (Cortaid, triamcinolone acetonide), coal tar preparations (Denorex Shampoo, Neutrogena T/Gel Shampoo, DHS Tar Shampoo), methotrexate, and ultraviolet light have all used in psoriasis therapy. Special medications can be taken to enhance the effect of ultraviolet light exposure in more advanced cases.
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