Question 1

how effective is hydroxyurea compared to methotrexate to treat severe erythrodermic psoriasis if biologic treatment is not possible?

Accepted Answer

Not valuable: Hydroxyurea has little value for psoriasis. Methotrexate is the best option other than the biologics.

Question 2

what's the best, safest and most efficient biological treatment for scalp psoriasis? thanks much!

Accepted Answer

Many options: There are quite a few options out there.  It would start with a good combination of scalp shampoos - i usually have my patients alternate 2 or even 3 types.  Depending how extensive the scalp psoriasis is, steroid impregnated topicals with or without a vitamin d analog can be helpful.  You need to see your dermatologist for an individualized treatment plan.  There is hope!

Question 3

i have recently begun biologic treatment (adalumimab) for my psoriasis. should i alter my diet to combat potential side effects?

Accepted Answer

No: Assuming that you are already eating a good, well balanced diet, there is no need to do anything special because you are now on biologic agent.

Question 4

are there treatment for  psoriasis ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are several treatments for psoriasis, depending on it's severity and other symptoms.  But there is no cure.  Treatment has to be continued and the condition will come back when treatment terminated or worsen with stress.

Question 5

whats a good treatment for psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Varies on severity: Small patches may respond well to various potencies of steroid cream, vit.D-like drugs, or vit a-derived meds. Larger areas of involvement may require immunosuppressant therapy like Methotrexate or new immune-modulator drugs like infliximab, etanercept, etc. The latter drugs have many side effects and precautions; so you should be under the care of a specialist in those meds.

Question 6

what treatment is a good for psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Mild Psoriasis: The treatment of mild, limited psoriasis vulgaris (elbows, knees) includes topical tar, salicylic acid, and corticosteroid creams.  Tolerance may develop and it will be necessary to combine or rotate the therapeutic regimen.

For more extensive psoriasis, ultraviolet light or systemic medications may be necessary.

Question 7

what's the best treatment for psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Psoriasis: There is no "best" treatment.  It all depends on how severe your disease is and how much risk, expense and hassle you wish to undergo to achieve optimum results.

Question 8

what is th best treatment for psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the patient and your other health conditions as this often determines what medications you can take.

Question 9

what is the best treatment to cure psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist: Treating psoriasis is not a do it yourself matter. You should consult a dermatologist as the new medications, while effective, are very strong and require expert care.

Question 10

what treatment is good for psoriasis for people?

Accepted Answer

PSORIASIS RX: Treatments are: emolients, vitamin d  called dovonex cream, retinoids, tar, Anthralin ,    corticosteroids, phototherapy, Methotrexate or immunosuppressants.

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