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Picking At Your Psoriasis Scales? Do This Instead
Psoriasis is more than just an outbreak of itchy skin rashes. People with psoriasis have cells that reproduce much more rapidly than they should, s...
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Can You Use Castor Oil for Psoriasis?
Psoriasis affects as many as 7.5 million Americans and is the most common chronic, inflammatory skin disease in the United States. There are severa...
Read moreWhich Injections Can I Use to Treat My Psoriasis?
For moderate to severe psoriasis that covers more than 5 to 10 percent of the body or is disabling, doctors recommend drugs called biologics. Biolo...
Read moreWhats The Difference Between Leprosy and Psoriasis?
Leprosy and psoriasis both cause uncomfortable skin lesions and other similar symptoms. Leprosy affects the skin, nerves, and muscles. Below is a c...
Read moreIs it Psoriasis or Pityriasis Rosea?
Pityriasis rosea is also a rash, but it’s different than psoriasis. The outlook for psoriasis is not the same as it is for pityriasis rosea. Psor...
Read moreDeodorants for Psoriasis
Your skin’s sensitivity level and whether you have allergies will determine how these and other irritants affect your psoriasis. Psoriasis causes...
Read moreWhats The Treatment for Psoriasis Scars?
Costs can vary widely, depending on the severity and size of your scars, length of treatment, your dermatologist, and your insurance plan. Using th...
Read moreBreastfeeding and Psoriasis: Safety, Tips, and More
Avoid applying medication directly on the nipple, and wash your breasts before nursing. Treatments for moderate to severe psoriasis may not be idea...
Read moreManuka Honey for Psoriasis: Does it Work?
Honey, particularly Manuka honey, has been used medicinally for thousands of years, and researchers have suggested that it might be suitable as a d...
Read moreCan I Use Listerine for Psoriasis?
Nguyen says the eucalyptus oil in Listerine could provide a certain amount of relief. Both the menthol and alcohol could cool the psoriasis patches...
Read moreWitch Hazel and Psoriasis: Does it Work?
Witch hazel is widely regarded as a home remedy for psoriasis symptoms. Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect the skin and nail...
Read moreNeem Oil: Psoriasis Healer?
Neem can have side effects, including causing allergic contact dermatitis (a red, itchy rash) and acute contact dermatitis on the scalp and face. P...
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