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Doctor insights on: Psoriasis And Baking Soda

Psoriasis: There is no cure for psoriasis only control. There are prescription topical steroids. There are intralesional steroid injections. The biologics like Humira, Enbrel, Remicade, (infliximab) and Otezla are very effective at treating psoriatic arthritis and also the skin lesions of psoriasis. Patients with psoriasis are also prone to cardiovascular disease but the biologics help reduce this.

Probably not: Retin A will definitely dry your face out more. It can be very irritating to some skin. I would suggest a very gentle moisturizer.

See details: Studies suggest it is moderately effective. IMO there are other biologics which are more effective

YES, remission: Remission of psoriasis is possible but usually depends upon the severity : so the more severe cases may be less likely to resolve completely but may improve over time. It is best to see a dermatologist and follow their treatment plan.

Yes, but: Psoriasis cannot be cured but there are severeal therapies which can produce a dramatic improvement. Speak with a dermatologist.

Psoriasis: Psoriasis causes areas of dry, red, flaky skin called psoriatic plaques. These lesions can be found on many parts of the body, including the face, hairline, and scalp. Plaques are itchy and can be painful. Nearly 90% of people with psoriasis have plaque psoriasis.

Psoriasis: There is no cure for psoriasis only control. There are topical medications such as clobex and vectical. There is phototherapy. And finally there are the systemics such as the biologics which include enbrel, humira, remicade, stelara, (ustekinumab) and others. See your dermatologist for treatment.

Psoriasis: New medications that block an inflammatory protein called tumor necrosis factor (tnf) are becoming the treatment of choice for psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis. These include: adalimumab (humira), Etanercept (enbrel), golimumab (simponi), Infliximab (remicade).

Many options: Depends on severity and if you have joints involved. If mild, usually prescription topical cortisones are first line. If mod-severe then consider biological injections such as Enbrel (etanercept) or ultraviolet light. You need to see a derm that is known for psoriasis treatment.

Truth: no cure: Psoriasis is a chronic dermatitis that can evolve or diminish over years. There is an autoimmune aspect that can involve a number of organs that can be more troublesome than the skin rash. Dermatologists and rheumatologists are specialized in treating this condition. See a doctor.

Ebb and flow!: Psoriasis can come and go, or remain static. Since I look for psoriasis, 1/2 of my psoriatic patients do not know they have psoriasis before my exam! Do they then have psoriasis? It previously was invisible to them! Of course they do, but most have mild disease. Mild disease can become severe plaque psoriasis or psoriasis vulgaris. The new drugs can remit most patients with severe disease!

No: Psoriasis is not a communicable disease (it is not infectious). However, psoriasis is genetically-determined and if a close 'blood' relative has psoriasis, there is an increased (but small) chance of developing the condition.

Controllable: Like many chronic diseases psoriasis can be controlled but not cured. Some folks do enjoy complete clearing, or nearly so. I encourage you to explore new options to treat with your dermatologist.

See details.: Google the subject and read for yourself. The space provided for answers is not sufficient to answer.

See a dermatologist: They are really no good home remedies. I would suggest a dermatology consultation as there are several new and very effective therapies for psoriasis.

Yes: People with psoriasis have a variety of health problems beyound the skin. Some of the skin can be very extensive and the fingernails can be involved. Also the nails can be involved but beyond that there is a type of arthritis call ed psoriatic arthritis and there can be 5 types. Beyond that there is risk for heart disease and even lymph nodes cancer such as lymphoma.

Yes, but...: Some things that may help: baking soda baths, good moisturization twice daily, keeping trim and fit and eating good healthy foods. There are several good over-the-counter treatments as well, including selenium sulfide shampoos, tar containing ointments, and maybe indigo-containing creams (based on a study from a few years ago). All worth a try, but your dermatologist will have lots more options.

Dry scaly rash: This can be a dry scaly rash on your body, more in sun protected areas and can also involved the nails. See a dermatologist for a correct diagnosis

Guttate: This is a form of psoriasis with severe involvement of the skin often with ulceration and bleeding of lesions. It also depends on the extent of skin involvemtn

Psoriasis Body: Psoriasis can affect any portion of the body: skin, scalp, mucous membranes, nails.