Most often, the rashes that are treated are found on exposed parts of the body: on the hands, feet, head and face.Of slightly less interest are the so-called "standby plaques", which are usually found on the elbows, in the back area.As a rule, these plaques remain in the inter-attack period and cause much less suffering to the owners.
Complete cleansing of the skin, as a rule, indicates a stable remission.Sometimes it appears with a change of climate: sunny and maritime climates often completely cure all skin manifestations of psoriasis.By the way, the question "is it possible to cure psoriasis forever" cannot give a positive answer: at best, we can talk about many years of stable remission.But if you change your lifestyle, abuse alcohol or stress, psoriasis can return very quickly.But psoriasis is dangerous not only with its skin manifestations: psoriasis also affects the joints, nails and metabolic disorders.
Basic methods of treating psoriasis.
The main method is phototherapy or irradiation with light of a certain wavelength.Phototherapy is a modern effective method, as it is not accompanied by drugs, side effects and does not require hospital treatment.Phototherapy is slightly different from PUVA therapy.In the latter, a special photosensitizing drug is taken orally.It allows the skin to receive high doses of ultraviolet radiation.If the patient has chronic liver or kidney diseases, then such treatment is contraindicated.Naturally, phototherapy can also be contraindicated - for example, in pregnancy and malignant neoplasms.But, as a rule, narrowband phototherapy is very effective because:
- The radiation does not penetrate deep into the tissue, affecting only the outer layer (epidermis).
- Phototherapy targets targeted plaques, such as scalp psoriasis, without exposing the entire face to radiation.
Diet for psoriasis
Psoriasis treatment is impossible without proper nutrition and following a suitable diet.The main principles of the diet are the following:
- complete exclusion of alcohol and spirits;
- exclusion of "carbonated" drinks - cola;
- excluding and limiting red fruits and vegetables - tomatoes, peppers, strawberries;
- exclusion of products with a high content of "chemicals": dyes, preservatives and various aromas;
- do not consume citrus fruits, chocolate, coffee, as well as hot and spicy foods.
How to treat psoriasis with folk remedies
One of the well-known remedies for psoriasis is baking soda.Baking soda is known to have the ability to purify the environment, unlike lemon juice and vinegar, which are acidic.But one of the causes of psoriasis is the chronic oxidation of the internal environment of the body or the development of a state of metabolic acidosis.Therefore, sodium bicarbonate (or baking soda) is widely used in various baths, lotions and compresses.Soda can be added to the ointment, as well as taken orally.In no case should the soda be ash or soda ash.Baking soda has the following properties:
- able to soften areas of rash and skin plaques;
- soothes, reduces the manifestations of inflammation, reduces the brightness of the color of plaques;
- can reduce skin itching, soothes;
- is able to restore the lymph flow through the capillaries, as well as the blood flow in the microcirculatory bed of the blood capillaries of the epidermis;
- Sodium bicarbonate is able to relieve the "acidification" of the epidermis, promoting the elimination of endotoxins.
The methods for treating psoriasis are different, the main non-hormonal means are: Preparations containing salicylic acid - a powerful keratolytic agent.Salicylic or zinc ointment helps:
- Good exfoliation and softening of corn flakes.
- Reduces inflammation, has an antiseptic effect.
Preparations containing zinc or more precisely zinc oxide.These ointments soothe the skin, have an antiseptic, drying and astringent effect, and are also able to relieve inflammation while creating a protective barrier.Importantly, zinc ointment is very cheap.
The next well-proven non-medicinal folk remedy for the treatment of psoriasis is birch and coal tar.Many people do not tolerate its smell, but the therapeutic effect of topical application of tar is very great.Tar is included in various ointments and medicated shampoos.The effect of tar is opposite to the effect of zinc - it is capable of local irritation, enhances blood circulation in the affected areas, and also stimulates skin regeneration.
The treatment of psoriasis will be incomplete without the use of vitamin creams and ointments, mainly containing vitamin D, or simply an ointment with vitamin D. The vitamin helps to suppress the excessive growth or proliferation of keratinocytes and therefore reduces the volume and intensity of rashes and reduces peeling.
Oil preparations are also widely used in the local treatment of psoriasis.Preparations containing purified solid oil have a good therapeutic effect.Solidol is able to normalize vital processes in the cells of the deep layers of the skin - the basement membrane of the epidermis.
But this is not as important as treating psoriasis, as it is important to take timely precautions.Tar and fat preparations can cause allergies, so you need to do a skin application or test first.When using baking soda internally, be sure to consult a doctor.This applies especially to patients suffering from various chronic gastritis, diseases of the stomach and duodenum.