what is good over-the-counter treatment for psoriasis?

Question

I have psoriasis. I do have it under control with over-the-counter methods. However, my lips constantly peel. What over-the-counter treatment can help?

Answer 1

No such animal.: Unless you have very, very mild psoriasis - which might respond to Hydrocortisone cream - nothing available over the counter in the us is going to make much of a dent in your psoriasis. Sorry, but i've been doing this for 30 years and have yet to see an otc product work, other than skin cap, which turned out to have an illegal steroid in it. See a dermatologist; don't waste money on otc treatments.

Answer 2

Yes: Yes, they are -- but you need to be evaluated by a well-trained classical homeopath -- it's not just picking up something from the health food store. Here is a study reference: http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmed/19192019.

Answer 3

No.: With all due respect to the non-dermatologist who answered in the affirmative, there is no convincing scientific evidence that homeopathic treatments have any measurable effect on psoriasis, and no plausible theory that explains why they would. Sorry, but those are the facts.

Answer 4

Natural skin care: The skin is very sensitive, and a good marker for many aspects of health. Any skin condition can suggest imbalance in diet, sleep or how one handles stress. Addressing these issues can help, as can staying hydrated. Specific treatments include topical vitamin d, evening primrose oil (essential fatty acids), and burdock root. Please be aware psoriasis can be more serious than just a skin problem.

Answer 5

Coal tar: Coal tar (available as a shampoo or cream or ointment) can smell and stain, but can be effective treatment for psoriasis in some people. No prescription is needed.

Answer 6

Yes: Psoriasis is an immune system disorder and most treatments are aimed at suppressing the immune system to improve the condition. A natural substance that suppresses the immune system is sunlight. Some patients tell me that vitamin c and vitamin e topically and orally help. Vitamin d is often incorporated into prescription creams. Recent studies have shown excess weight contributes to psoriasis.

Answer 7

Diet: 5 per cent of people with psoriasis are allergic to wheat according to a study in the british journal of dermatology. If wheat is avoided in sensitive individuals psoriasis will clear completely in 3 months. No herb or vitamin is consistently useful in psoriasis although a few people will respond to fumaric acid used in europe etc.

Answer 8

Psoriasis: Psoriasis treatments fall into 3 categories: topical (applied to the skin) – mild to moderate psoriasis phototherapy (light, usually ultraviolet, applied to the skin) – moderate to severe psoriasis systemic (taken orally or by injection or infusion) – moderate, severe or disabling psoriasis while each of these therapies is effective, there are also drawbacks.

Answer 9

Try these: 1. Moisturize skin using unscented creams or ointments. Avoid lotions & gels. They contain alcohol that drys skin & stings going on. 2. Bathe in warm water - it's preferable to showering. Try some bath salts. 3. Get some but not too much sunshine 4. Add vitamin d if your levels are low 5. Quit smoking. You will still need the help of a great dermatologist.

Answer 10

Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a puzzle. Treatments that work wonders for one patient of psoriasis have no effect or benefit for another. Alternative treatments would include distress with yoga, omega-3 fatty acids, aloe vera, apple cider vinegar or dead sea salts can soothe psoriasis flare-ups when added to bathwater, capsaicin, emu oil, oats, and tea tree oil have been reported to help.

Answer 11

Hard to say: To my knowledge, there are no controlled clinical trials that demonstrate the effectiveness of alternative therapies for psoriasis. All of the evidence is anecdotal at best. Most of the things mentioned are probably safe to try.

Answer 12

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.

Answer 13

Many options: There can be many treatment options depending on the severity of disease. Topical steroids are the most commonly used medicines. Other treatments can range from topical vitamin d derivatives to ultraviolet light and systemic agents (immunosuppresives and biologics, to name a few). An full evaluation by a dermatologist will help determine which treatment would be best in a particular patient.

Answer 14

Phototherapy: Another option is ultraviolet light phototherapy, specifically something called narrow-band uvb. Treatments are generally done in a dermatologist's office 2-3 times per week. If you're interested you will need to find a dermatologist who has the equipment and offers this form of treatment.

Answer 15

Cortisone creams: Options are very limited. Cortisone creams can help but if the disease is more than very mild you should see a dermatologist.

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