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My husband has been diagnosed with psoriasis he has it head to toe. he use the cream from the dr. not helping he is miserable what can he do for it.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Many: There are many new treatment for psoriasis including phototherapy (UVB-NB or PUVA) and biologicals. Contact your dermatologist. Topical cream is likely insufficient for someone with widespread psoriasis.

Dr Hellman agreed

Answered 4/11/2016

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Dr. Eric Chiang answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Topical cream is : No longer enough for your husband. He will need systemic treatment with oral medication first follow by biologic. Please consult with a dermatologist or a rheumatologist.

Answered 7/17/2016

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Dermatologist: If he was not seen by one,he should since there are other therapies besides creams.

Dr Lipkin agreed

Answered 12/21/2015

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Ive vaginal psoriasis and used Clovate cream (high steroid) for years. I got wrinkle like skin near vagina and derm told me its bc of Clovate. I asked her to prescribe non-steroid cream and she prescribed Bethametasone. Still steroid?

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I've been using elocon cream on very small parts of face to treat psoriasis for 7 years. Would this cause my face shape to change or my collagen to loosen and make my skin look older? I've only been using it near nose and eyebrow?

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I have just been diagnosed with Guttate psoriasis.dermatologist jus looked at it and said thats what is was.I still want to set my mind at ease is there a blood test i can do?Dermatologist said i cant.I havr been using a cream hr mixed.Not helpin :-(

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