Most often, the rash that is treated is found on open parts of the body: on the hands, feet, head and face.Somewhat less interesting are the so-called "standby plaques", which are usually found on the elbows, in the back area.As a rule, these plaques remain in the interictal period and cause much less disturbance to the owners.
A complete cleansing of the skin, as a rule, indicates a stable remission.Sometimes it occurs when the climate changes: sunny and sea climates often completely cure all skin manifestations of psoriasis.By the way, the question "is it possible to cure psoriasis forever" cannot be given a positive answer: at best, we can talk about long-term stable remission.But if your lifestyle changes, alcohol abuse or stress, psoriasis can return very quickly.However, psoriasis is not only dangerous because of its skin manifestations: psoriasis also affects the joints, nails and metabolic disorders.
Basic methods of treating psoriasis.
The main method is phototherapy, that is, radiation with light of a certain wavelength.Phototherapy is a modern effective method, because it is not accompanied by drugs, side effects and does not require hospital treatment.Phototherapy is somewhat different from PUVA therapy.In the case of the latter, a special photosensitizing drug is taken orally.It allows the skin to receive high doses of ultraviolet radiation.If the patient has chronic liver or kidney diseases, then such treatment is contraindicated.Of course, phototherapy can also be contraindicated - for example, in cases of pregnancy and malignant neoplasms.But, as a rule, narrowband phototherapy is very effective because:
- The radiation does not penetrate deep into the tissue, it affects only the outer layer (epidermis).
- Phototherapy targets targeted deposits, such as scalp psoriasis, without exposing the whole person to radiation.
Diet for psoriasis
Psoriasis treatment is impossible without proper nutrition and adherence to a proper diet.The basic principles of nutrition are as follows:
- complete exclusion of alcohol and spirits;
- exclusion of "carbonated" drinks - cola;
- excluding and limiting red fruits and vegetables - tomatoes, peppers, strawberries;
- exclusion of products with a high content of "chemicals": dyes, preservatives and various flavors;
- do not consume citrus fruits, chocolate, coffee, as well as hot and spicy food.
How to treat psoriasis with folk remedies
One of the well-known treatments for psoriasis is baking soda.Baking soda is known to have the ability to clean the environment, unlike lemon juice and vinegar, which are acidic.But one of the causes of psoriasis is chronic oxidation of the body's internal environment, i.e. the development of a state of metabolic acidosis.Therefore, sodium bicarbonate (or baking soda) is widely used in various baths, lotions and poultices.Baking soda can also be added to ointment as well as taken orally.In no case should the soda be ash or soda ash.Baking soda has the following properties:
- can soften areas of rashes and skin deposits;
- calms down, reduces the manifestations of inflammation, reduces the brightness of the color of the plaques;
- can reduce skin itching, calms;
- it is able to restore the flow of lymph through the capillaries, as well as the blood flow in the microcirculation layer of the blood capillaries of the epidermis;
- Sodium bicarbonate is able to alleviate the "acidification" of the epidermis, promoting the elimination of endotoxins.
Psoriasis treatment methods are different, and the main non-hormonal agents are: Preparations containing salicylic acid - a strong keratolytic agent.Salicylic or zinc ointment helps:
- Good exfoliation and softening of horny scales.
- Reduces inflammation, has an antiseptic effect.
Preparations containing zinc, more precisely zinc oxide.These ointments soothe the skin, have an antiseptic, drying and astringent effect, and are able to reduce inflammation, creating a protective barrier.Importantly, zinc ointment is very cheap.
The next well-proven non-medical folk remedy for the treatment of psoriasis is birch tar and coal.Many people cannot stand its smell, but the therapeutic effect of local application of tar is very great.Tar is included in various ointments and medicated shampoos.The effect of tar is opposite to that of zinc - it is capable of local irritation, increasing blood circulation in the affected areas, and also stimulates skin regeneration.
The treatment of psoriasis will not be complete without the use of vitamin creams and ointments, which generally contain vitamin D, or simply ointments with vitamin D. The vitamin helps to suppress the excessive growth or proliferation of keratinocytes, thereby reducing the volume and intensity of the rash and reducing peeling.
Petroleum products are also widely used in the topical treatment of psoriasis.Preparations containing purified solid oil have a good therapeutic effect.Solidol is able to normalize vital processes in the cells of the deep layers of the skin - the basement membrane of the epidermis.
But it is not as important as treating psoriasis as it is taking precautions in time.Preparations made of tar and fat can cause allergies, so you must first apply it to the skin or perform a test.When using baking soda internally, be sure to consult your doctor.This especially applies to patients suffering from various chronic gastritis, stomach and duodenal diseases.