Psoriasiform dermatitis?
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Psoriasis is found out that it is inherited from the family tree. That some place up the roots 5 generations back that a relative had this. What can make it worse is stress, foods you eat, pop, beer, etc. So if you eat healthy and "try" to stay as much as possible stress free, that helps. But also my dermatologist has me do UVB treatments and he has suggested UVB with some meds. Which, I have refused the meds. Since, it does cause Cancer in the liver. I have pretty much used the natural remedies like the sun outside but I put on a spf of 15 so that my skin still will get some penetration. But, the sores can happen from your knuckle joints to your elbows to your head, back of knees... and also where you have been injured i.e. where you have accidentally cut yourself.. Being a female and having it since I was 5, it was then considered at that time an African American disease. But, the Dr's noticed that not many Caucasians would come in. But, it eventually got out it's an inherited issue. I found out mine went back to like 6 generations and not another person in my family has it. Not even one sibling out of 9 of us besides me. So go figure. But try to keep your stress level on the down low. I know easy said. If you have any questions please ask. I’m not a DR but I have lived with this most of my life that I can remember. I hope this helps. There is no known cure but.... who knows what tomorrow can bring. Wish big, I do.. btw, there is several different types of Psoriasis also. EAch one is so different. And also they have found out that people with Psoriasis is known to have crippling artheritis(sp)or some type of Artheritis. So when some say it doesnt have any other effects they need to check theyre facts. Since I do keep up on this very closely
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I suffer from nail, scalp, plaque psoriasis, and in March of this year I developed pustular psoriasis on top of those.  By far it is the worst kind!
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George,\n\nI'm so sorry that you feel that way.  I've done a little research, and although most of the treatmetn sites are conventional, you can go through them and get a lot more insight that I can provide here.  I hope someone else can come through and recommend something more to your liking as well.\n\nlink to the PA sites:\n\nhttp://www.google.com/search?hl=&cat=&meta=&num=&ie=utf-8&q=Psoriatic+Arthropathy
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Sounds like a condition called contact dermatitis to me.  Our doctors in the clinic I work in see this all the time in men.  Nothing to worry about.  At least, that's what they always diagnose it as.
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Hey Jessie, psoriasis can be mean. Try something like an aloe based cream. if U have access to fresh aloe then all the better. heat a leaf of it over an open flame(simmer on stove) or on a pan n slice it. apply the opened part of the slice on your hands while stil warm n keep for bout ten minutes.stay totally away from detergent.before sleeping u could wash area with luke warm water n use heaps of a heavy cream(check hypoallergenic-baby products are good). dont use water thats too hot on the area. salicylic acid creams help soothe the area.
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Its sounds like what my husband has, you might have psoriasis or eczema. I would recommend going to the dermatologist to get some topical cream or pills. If you don't have the money for the doctor right now try Neutrogena T-Gel shampoo, it has worked well for my husband.
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Findings on physical examination depend on the type of psoriasis.\n\nPlaque psoriasis is characterized by raised inflamed lesions covered with a silvery white scale. The scale may be scraped away to reveal inflamed skin beneath. This is most common on the extensor surfaces of the knees, elbows, scalp, and trunk.\nGuttate psoriasis presents as small red dots of psoriasis that usually appear on the trunk, arms, and legs; the lesions may have some scale. It frequently appears suddenly after an upper respiratory infection (URI).\nInverse psoriasis occurs on the flexural surfaces, armpit, groin, under the breast, and in the skin folds and is characterized by smooth, inflamed lesions without scaling.\nPustular psoriasis presents as sterile pustules appearing on the hands and feet or, at times, diffusely, and may cycle through erythema, pustules, and scaling.\nErythrodermic psoriasis presents as generalized erythema, pain, itching, and fine scaling.\nScalp psoriasis affects approximately 50% of patients, presenting as erythematous raised plaques with silvery white scales on the scalp.\nNail psoriasis may cause pits on the nails, which may develop yellowish color and become thickened. Nails may separate from the nail bed.\nPsoriatic arthritis affects approximately 10% of those with skin symptoms. The arthritis is usually in the hands, feet, and, at times, in larger joints. It produces stiffness, pain, and progressive joint damage.\nOral psoriasis may present with whitish lesions on the oral mucosa, which may appear to change in severity from day to day. It may also present as severe cheilosis with extension onto the surrounding skin, crossing the vermillion border.
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it maybe some kind of allergy and derma pathology. seek consult with a dermatologist.
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psoriasis can be caused by skin injuries as a child such as circumcision,scratches,or other surgeries as reported in the may 6-12, 2006 edition of newscientist magazine page 18 titled "skin faults linked to allergic disorders".the best treatments are topical ointments,light therapy and other medicines.
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I am a psoriasis suffer myself and i have been in those psychological trauma of dealing with this disease eventually i got over it.. i was given those synthetic drugs doctors give you and it didnt work for me.. so i switched to alternative medicine.. take fish oils, flax seed, evening primrose, acidophilus, silymarin milk thistle.. they work.. although you wont expect overnight success.. in time, those flares will subside and the disease is controlled.. take sessions for tanning beds.. i heard it worked too.. check out the sites below they give herbal treatments..
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could be psoriasis (pronounced: sore eye asses)\n\n"Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition. There are five types, each with unique signs and symptoms. Between 10% and 30% of people who develop psoriasis get a related form of arthritis called “psoriatic arthritis,” which causes inflammation of the joints."\n\na bit more info\n\n"  Plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis. About 80% of people who develop psoriasis have plaque psoriasis, which appears as patches of raised, reddish skin covered by silvery-white scale. These patches, or plaques, frequently form on the elbows, knees, lower back,\nand scalp. However, the plaques can occur anywhere on the body.\n\nThe other types are guttate psoriasis (small, red spots on the skin),\npustular psoriasis (white pustules surrounded by red skin), inverse psoriasis (smooth, red lesions form in skin folds), and erythrodermic psoriasis (widespread redness, severe itching, and pain)"\n\ngood luck.. I hope this will help you get the proper help you need.  since you may not be able to cure it...but may be able to treat the symptoms and alleviate your discomfort.
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http://www.psoriasis.org/home/\n\nIt's not curable, but it's manageable.
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There is much anecdotal evidence that certain foods act as triggers to psoriasis. Glutens, red meats, dairy, and cultured foods can irritate the intestinal tract and perpetuate psoriasis outbreaks. \n\nAlso, consume Omega3 oils that are found in foods like fish, shellfish, soybean, walnut, flaxseed and rapeseed oil.\n\n\nGood luck!
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I used to suffer with sebborich dermatitus. I went to the dermatologists, etc. It is similiar to psoriasis. I suffered worse during winter months, summer time when I was outdoors and enjoyed the sun, I had less issues. I did not respond well to treatments offered via prescription. I did find a vaulable use with Aveenoo lotion. Its oatmeal formula offered a big relief. It is non greasy and offers very good relief fromthe flaking, etc. Hope this helps!
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If it is psoriasis, it should respond to anti-fungal cream (not anti-bacterial).\n\nIf this does help, check out the yeast link at www.hufa.org for more info on the candida albicans fungus.
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Hope this link helps you and the little guy. Seems to have alot of helpful information.\n\nhttp://emedicine.com/derm/topic686.htm
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It is not necessary fat people should get psoriasis. Your observatio seems to be not correct. \n\nPsoriasis  is an immune-mediated disease which affects the skin and joints. It commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. The scaly patches caused by psoriasis are often called psoriasis plaques or lesions. Psoriasis plaques are areas of excessive skin cell production and inflammation. Skin rapidly accumulates at these sites and sometimes takes a silvery-white appearance. Plaques frequently occur on the skin of the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the scalp and genitals. Psoriasis is not contagious; it cannot be passed from person to person.\n\nThe exact cause for people getting psoriasis is not known. Various casuses are said for this but not Obesity (Fat People)-