Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition affecting up to 3% of the world's population. It is an autoimmune disease causing inflammation and the formation of itchy and red skin lesions1. Although there is no cure for psoriasis, effective treatments can help manage its symptoms.
Here are some tips that may help manage the symptoms of psoriasis:
Psoriasis may not have a known cure, but using consistent skincare routines, lifestyle changes, and following proper treatments can reduce the frequency and severity of flare-ups. Remember to consult with a dermatologist before making changes to a psoriasis treatment plan.
1National Psoriasis Foundation. (n.d.). Home remedies. Retrieved November 23, 2021, from https://www.psoriasis.org/treating-psoriasis/complementary-and-alternative/home-remedies 2The Zerigo Health Phototherapy System is an Ultraviolet Light Emitting Medical Device. It is intended for use in localized phototherapeutic treatment of dermatologic conditions such as psoriasis, vitiligo, atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, and leukoderma on all skin types (I-VI). 3Joint American Academy of Dermatology: National Psoriasis Foundation guidelines of care for the management and treatment of psoriasis with phototherapy