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- Herausgeber: tredition
- Kategorie: Gesellschafts- und Liebesromane
- Sprache: Englisch
Psoriasis is a chronic condition that can be uncomfortable and affect your quality of life. This book is your guide to psoriasis: Understanding psoriasis: Learn about the causes of psoriasis, its types, symptoms, and factors that can make it worse. Treating psoriasis: Learn about the different treatments available for psoriasis, including medication, phototherapy, natural remedies, and lifestyle changes. Diet and nutrition: Learn how diet can affect psoriasis and how to create a balanced diet. Skin care: Get tips on caring for your skin with psoriasis, how to relieve symptoms, and how to improve your skin. Psychological support: Learn how to cope with the psychological discomfort associated with psoriasis and how to find support. This book is your guide to managing psoriasis. Find relief, take control of your disease and live a full life!
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Seitenzahl: 25
Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024
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Contents
Psoriasis - treatment guide1
Chapter 1: Psoriasis treatment guide: everything you need to know1
Chapter 2: Living with psoriasis: practical tips and success stories3
Chapter 3: Psoriasis: a medical guide for patients and healthcare professionals5
Chapter 4: Psoriasis: a complete guide to skin care and treatment7
Chapter 5: Treating psoriasis with natural remedies9
Chapter 6 - The science of soriasis: recent advances in treatment and research10
Chapter 7: Psoriasis: acomprehensive overview of a common skin condition11
Chapter 8: Topical treatments13
Chapter 9: Systemic treatments15
Chapter 10: Phototherapy16
Chapter 11: Alternative and complementary therapies18
Chapter 12: Managing life with psoriasis21
The author of this book is not responsible for the information provided. This book is for informational purposes only and does not encourage action. Consult your doctor.
Chapter 1: Psoriasis treatment guide: everything you need to know
Psoriasis is a common, chronic autoimmune skin disease that causes red, scaly patches to appear on the skin. It can affect people of all ages and skin types, and while there is currently no cure, there are many effective treatments that can help control symptoms.
Understanding psoriasis
To effectively treat psoriasis, it is important to first understand what it is and what causes it. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that attacks the body's immune system. Normally, the immune system protects the body from infections, but in people with psoriasis, it mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells. This leads to an overproduction of skin cells, which forms the red, scaly patches characteristic of psoriasis.
Risk factors
There are certain risk factors that can increase your chance of developing psoriasis, such as:
family history
certain genes
HIV or HIV infection
stress
skin trauma
Certain medications
Some triggers can also worsen psoriasis symptoms, including:
stress
infections
alcohol
smoking
Treatment options
There are many treatment options for psoriasis, and the best approach will depend on your individual symptoms and the severity of your condition. Common treatments include:
Topical medications:
These are creams, ointments, or gels that are applied directly to the affected areas of the skin. They may contain ingredients such as corticosteroids, vitamin D, or retinoids.
Phototherapy:
This treatment involves exposing the affected areas of skin to ultraviolet light. It can be effective in suppressing the immune system and slowing the growth of skin cells.
Systemic medications:
These medications are taken by mouth and can be effective in suppressing the immune system and reducing inflammation. They include methotrexate, cyclosporine, and biologics.
Lifestyle management
In addition to medical treatment, certain lifestyle changes can also help manage psoriasis symptoms, such as:
Moisturizing your skin
Bathing in warm water with colloidal oatmeal
Avoiding triggers
Stress management
Exercising regularly
Eating a healthy diet
Psoriasis is a chronic condition, but it can be effectively treated. By understanding your condition and working with your doctor to develop a personalized treatment plan, you can manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life.
