PSORIASIS
The word “psoriasis” comes from the Greek word psoriasis, meaning “being itchy”.
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease that mainly affects the skin. A reddish, scaly rash - often referred to as red, scaly patches - is commonly found over the surfaces of the scalp, around or in the ears, the elbows, knees, navel, genitals and buttocks.
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease that mainly affects the skin. A reddish, scaly rash - often referred to as red, scaly patches - is commonly found over the surfaces of the scalp, around or in the ears, the elbows, knees, navel, genitals and buttocks.
Causes:
Types of Psoriasis:
- Genetic:
- Lifestyle:
- Micro-organisms:
- Medications:
Types of Psoriasis:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Guttate Psoriasis
- Inverse Psoriasis
- Pustular Psoriasis
Generalized pustular psoriasis (pustular psoriasis of von Zumbusch), also known as impetigo herpetiformis during pregnancy, is a rare and severe form of psoriasis that may require hospitalization. The development of generalized pustular psoriasis is often caused by an infection, abrupt withdrawal of topical corticosteroid treatment, pregnancy,hypocalcemia, medications, or following an irritating topical treatment for plaque psoriasis.
- Erythrodermic Psoriasis
- Nail changes
- Psoriatic Arthritis
Aggravating factors
- Streptococcal tonsillitis and other infections
- Injuries such as cuts, abrasions, sunburn (koebnerised psoriasis)
- Sun exposure in 10% (sun exposure is more often beneficial)
- Obesity
- Smoking
- Excessive alcohol
- Stressful event
- Medications such as lithium, beta blockers, antimalarials, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories
- Stopping oral steroids or strong topical corticosteroids.
Homeopathic Drugs:
Bibliography:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psoriasis
https://www.psoriasis.org/about-psoriasis
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1943419-overview
https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/scaly-skin/psoriasis
http://www.wellinghomeopathy.com/treatment-for-psoriasis/
http://www.healthline.com/health/psoriasis/treat-symptoms-home#Avoidfragrances4
http://hpathy.com/cause-symptoms-treatment/homeopathic-treatment-for-psoriasis/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psoriasis
https://www.psoriasis.org/about-psoriasis
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1943419-overview
https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/scaly-skin/psoriasis
http://www.wellinghomeopathy.com/treatment-for-psoriasis/
http://www.healthline.com/health/psoriasis/treat-symptoms-home#Avoidfragrances4
http://hpathy.com/cause-symptoms-treatment/homeopathic-treatment-for-psoriasis/