Question 1

i think i have scalp psoriasis, with active periods of very smelly oozy weeping of yellow fluid. gets very painful then crusts over and repeats. help!

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: You will need a prescription medication from your doctor to address this problem. Make an appointment this week.

Question 2

what can help my scalp psoriasis?

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Topical treatments: There are numerous topical treatments to help with the flaking of the scalp in psoriasis.  You can try t-gel or selsun blue shampoo. If this does not help, see your primary care physician for medicated shampoos and/or systemic medication.

Question 3

what can i do for scalp psoriasis?

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Tar shampoo: You should see your dermatologist for the best therapies. This could include a steroid shampoo, tazorac, (tazarotene) taclonex, vectical, other topical steroids.

Question 4

is there a permanent cure to scalp psoriasis?

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Unfortunately, no: Scalp psoriasis is a tough condition.  There is no "permanent" cure for it, but the condition can wax and wane over time.  I'm sure you are aware of some of the topical treatments that are available (shampoos, emollients, etc.), but if you aren't getting the response you want, it's absolutely appropriate to seek a second or third opinion.  Good luck!

Question 5

what is the best way to treat scalp psoriasis?

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Steroids: While the best treatment depends on the extent of ur disease and other factors, topical steroids in foam preps work very well to help decrease the size and scaliness of scalp psoriasis.

Question 6

how could you cure/relieve your 'scalp' psoriasis?

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See details: The are several extremely effective medications but there are no cures. See a dermatologist.

Question 7

what's the best way for me to cure scalp psoriasis?

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Psoriasis: Differentiating scalp psoriasis from scalp sebohheic dermatitis can be difficult. Although treatments for mild cases are similar, oral immunosuppressants may be required to treat scalp psoiasis. Step one, see a dermatologist if otc medications are not working. Psoriasis is more likely if:  rash extends below the scalp-line of if rash is also present on elbows, kneees, hands and feet.

Question 8

is there any cure for scalp psoriasis? traditional or non-traditional?

Accepted Answer

Controls, no cure: They are no cures but there are medications that are extremely effective for psoriasis. Some can often eradicate any evidence of the problem as long as you remain on them.

Question 9

what's the best shampoo for scalp psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Many types..: Zinc pyrithione based shampoos work well, as tar shampoos (neutrogena), as dose selsun blue and its copies.  Also, there are shampoos or scalp lotions that contain salicylic acid, which has a "keratolytic" effect on scales and lifts them off.  Finally, local steroids can he also be injected.Pl problem areas, which can.

Question 10

what are some treatments for scalp psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Many.: Tar, zinc pyrithion, selenium, salicylic acid, ketoconazole shampoos; scalp corticsteroid; intra-lesional steroids.  And or course systemic therapy.

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