Psoriasis is not contagious, so why do people pull away when they see your skin? Why does it make you feel like a social outcast? No wonder so many sufferers are depressed and have anxiety and stress attacks that often trigger an outbreak as well.
Life isn't fair we know, but psoriasis is one of those diseases that make you feel like the pits.
I intend to add articles to this site often, so please come back and see what's here.
All the best.......
Mac
Monday, 13 December 2010
Psoriasis Skin Treatment – Does It Work?
Psoriasis is a non-contagious but chronic lifelong autoimmune disease that manifests on the skin and affects over seven million Americans. It occurs because of an increase in the growth cycle of skin cells leading to excessive scaling and itchiness. Sufferers are frequently searching for a new psoriasis treatment to alleviate their suffering.
The most common type of psoriasis is plaque psoriasis that appears as red, raised patches or lesions that are covered by a build up of silver/white dead skin cells. The other four types of the disease are guttate, inverse pustular and erythrodermic but these are less common.
Untreated, psoriasis can lead to infection, fluid loss and poor circulation. It has also been linked with arthritis. Psoriasis most commonly appears on the scalp, knees, elbows and torso between the ages of 15 and 35 but can appear anywhere and at any age.
Psoriasis skin treatment usually involves topical (on the skin) or systemic (throughout the body) forms of treatment. What works best for one person may not work for another and this can lead to a lot of money exchanging hands in the search for a new psoriasis treatment.
The simplest psoriasis skin treatment to control itching is by keeping the skin moisturized. Pressing a wet towel against the itchy spot also offers temporary relief. Others find cold showers and cold packs help. Other treatments for itch include antihistamines, steroids, capsaicin, topical anesthetics, topical immunomodulators, antidepressants and plain aspirin.
As mentioned earlier, finding relief from psoriasis often involves trying various products that can be expensive. Thankfully, I may be able to save you a little money here as I've found a free offer!
Revitol are offering a free bottle of their Dermasis Psoriasis Cream to help fight symptoms that make your skin look red and patchy. Using a dual-approach, the first being to increase the rate the dead skin cells are shed and a deep moisturizer to make your skin nice and soft. If you are interested in reading more about this cream and the ingredients, just click here. Unfortunately, this free offer is only available in the USA and Canada but if you live elsewhere, it's still worth looking as there are some reductions to be found.
Read the testimonials on the website and see more pictures of psoriasis if you are interested by clicking HERE or on the banner above.
The most common type of psoriasis is plaque psoriasis that appears as red, raised patches or lesions that are covered by a build up of silver/white dead skin cells. The other four types of the disease are guttate, inverse pustular and erythrodermic but these are less common.
Untreated, psoriasis can lead to infection, fluid loss and poor circulation. It has also been linked with arthritis. Psoriasis most commonly appears on the scalp, knees, elbows and torso between the ages of 15 and 35 but can appear anywhere and at any age.
Psoriasis skin treatment usually involves topical (on the skin) or systemic (throughout the body) forms of treatment. What works best for one person may not work for another and this can lead to a lot of money exchanging hands in the search for a new psoriasis treatment.
The simplest psoriasis skin treatment to control itching is by keeping the skin moisturized. Pressing a wet towel against the itchy spot also offers temporary relief. Others find cold showers and cold packs help. Other treatments for itch include antihistamines, steroids, capsaicin, topical anesthetics, topical immunomodulators, antidepressants and plain aspirin.
As mentioned earlier, finding relief from psoriasis often involves trying various products that can be expensive. Thankfully, I may be able to save you a little money here as I've found a free offer!
Revitol are offering a free bottle of their Dermasis Psoriasis Cream to help fight symptoms that make your skin look red and patchy. Using a dual-approach, the first being to increase the rate the dead skin cells are shed and a deep moisturizer to make your skin nice and soft. If you are interested in reading more about this cream and the ingredients, just click here. Unfortunately, this free offer is only available in the USA and Canada but if you live elsewhere, it's still worth looking as there are some reductions to be found.
Don't want pills and potions?
Read the testimonials on the website and see more pictures of psoriasis if you are interested by clicking HERE or on the banner above.
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
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Thursday, 17 December 2009
Get Rid Of Psoriasis the Natural Way
Seeking relief from psoriasis can be a lifetime search. You can search and search for the absolute cure and never quite find it. There are plenty of medications, creams, pastes, gels, and lotions out there, but they don’t always work and they can be pricy. It gets time consuming and expensive to dab a lotion all over the body two to three times a day or take a pill every day. Most people just want something that is quick, simple, cheap, and works.There are actually some things you can start doing for yourself that might help with psoriasis and slow down the onset of another outbreak. Things you can change around the house or personally, that don’t cost you an extra cent.
In your home, try to find the perfect temperature. Flare-ups can be caused by changes in the weather or temperatures in your own home. Going from one extreme to the next is never a good thing. Slowly let your body adjust to warmer temperatures or colder ones. Too much sweat on the body, can lead to irritation and itching which leads to scratching which can cause skin injuries which will lead to flare ups. Most of the time is spent at home or in the office, so make sure you have both places set at your perfect temperature. It can take some time to find that temperature and other people may have to adjust to it but it will help you in the long run. Temperature control may be easier at home than it is at work.
Apply moisturizer often during the day. The moisturizer should be of good quality and fragrance free. Smelly lotion, the good scents, is a favorite among women, but it can actually irritate the skin. Avoid the pricy fruit smelling lotions and opt for one that offers a good amount of moisture. Always remember to lotion up after you shower or bath to help keep that moisture locked in.
Change to all-natural goods. This means everything you use from hand soap to makeup should be fragrant free and all natural. Look for products that are hypoallergenic and are free and clear of irritants. Change your laundry detergent to a free and clear type brand.
Look at this all natural psoriasis treatment.
Monday, 14 December 2009
Changing To A Diet For Psoriasis Will Help Your Itching!
I’m sure you’ve heard the term “you are what you eat” and how changing what you eat can improve your health and wellbeing, well, changing to a psoriasis diet is no exception to this idea. Our bodies absorb toxins from the air and the food that we digest and although some of these toxins are removed via the urine, some are released through our skin which is not good news for psoriasis sufferers.
Trying to eliminate processed foods is always a good thing and this will certainly help in a diet for psoriasis. Reducing the toxins in your body is also aided by switching to organic pesticide free produce where possible. If you can’t get hold of organic produce or the extra cost is a problem, do make sure you wash all your fruit and veg thoroughly. If you can’t get to a market and have to shopping the supermarket, ignore the pre-packed produce and go for the unwrapped products. This is especially true for pre-packed lettuce which is rinsed in chemicals to keep it ‘fresh’!
Don’t cook your vegetables to death and where possible eat them raw as this will retain the nutrients that your body craves. Raw vegetables are much higher in fiber and more easily digested for your body. The most easily digested products for your body to process are beans, green leafy vegetables, nuts, seafood, and fresh fruit. The greater number of fruit and vegetables that you consume the less likely you are to develop any allergies.
There has been a great deal of bad press for fats but some fat is necessary for your body to function properly and you should not cut it out of your diet for psoriasis. However, the fatty acids you need that will help eliminate and reduce inflammation include flax seed, green leafy vegetables and cold water fish.
Foods that are high in sodium may dehydrate your and therefore your skin. You don’t have to cut salt out of your diet for psoriasis completely, but stop using refined salt and use sea salt which is more natural and taste your food before adding it. Again, salt has had a bad press but natural sea salt will not only help improve energy levels and relieve allergies and rashes, replace lost electrolytes and help the body resist infections, it will also give you some of the important minerals you need.
Making these few simple changes to your diet for psoriasis can help your body heal naturally from the inside out and make you feel and look healthier.
Trying to eliminate processed foods is always a good thing and this will certainly help in a diet for psoriasis. Reducing the toxins in your body is also aided by switching to organic pesticide free produce where possible. If you can’t get hold of organic produce or the extra cost is a problem, do make sure you wash all your fruit and veg thoroughly. If you can’t get to a market and have to shopping the supermarket, ignore the pre-packed produce and go for the unwrapped products. This is especially true for pre-packed lettuce which is rinsed in chemicals to keep it ‘fresh’!
Don’t cook your vegetables to death and where possible eat them raw as this will retain the nutrients that your body craves. Raw vegetables are much higher in fiber and more easily digested for your body. The most easily digested products for your body to process are beans, green leafy vegetables, nuts, seafood, and fresh fruit. The greater number of fruit and vegetables that you consume the less likely you are to develop any allergies.
There has been a great deal of bad press for fats but some fat is necessary for your body to function properly and you should not cut it out of your diet for psoriasis. However, the fatty acids you need that will help eliminate and reduce inflammation include flax seed, green leafy vegetables and cold water fish.
Foods that are high in sodium may dehydrate your and therefore your skin. You don’t have to cut salt out of your diet for psoriasis completely, but stop using refined salt and use sea salt which is more natural and taste your food before adding it. Again, salt has had a bad press but natural sea salt will not only help improve energy levels and relieve allergies and rashes, replace lost electrolytes and help the body resist infections, it will also give you some of the important minerals you need.
Making these few simple changes to your diet for psoriasis can help your body heal naturally from the inside out and make you feel and look healthier.
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