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Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease characterised by accelerated skin growth, which occurs in alternating flare-ups and symptom-free periods.
Psoriasis treatment is aimed at controlling flare-ups. The choice of treatment varies in line with the extent and severity of the condition and with each patient’s specific characteristics.
Topical treatments include: emollients, corticosteroids, vitamin D derivatives, vitamin A derivatives and calcineurin inhibitors. Oral and biologic treatments may be indicated for moderate-severe cases of psoriasis.
El tratamiento de la psoriasis está dirigido a controlar los brotes. La elección del tratamiento varía según la extensión, la severidad y las características específicas de cada paciente.
Los tratamientos tópicos incluyen: emolientes, corticoides, derivados de la vitamina D, derivados de la vitamina A e inhibidores de la calcineurina. En psoriasis moderadas-graves se pueden indicar tratamientos orales y biológicos.
- In addition to keeping to medical treatments, patients can help alleviate flare-ups by offering skin effective daily moisturisation.
- The following are also recommended: avoid cold and dry climates, avoid cuts and infections, sunbathing, stress control, avoiding the consumption of alcohol and smoking, increasing your intake of foods rich in antioxidants and losing weight.
- Do not hesitate to see your doctor for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.