How can I help my psoriasis without having to go to the doctor?
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Psoriasis is considered a autoimmune disease. As with any disease of this sort you need to get your immune system working again. To do this the proper nutrition is needed along with a environment that does not detract from the immune system. Look up "household toxins" and you will find tons of sites that will show you what I mean. I also use a excellent lotion that is very effective in helping such conditions. The last thing you need to do is detoxify your body and there are very effective antioxidants to do this. \nGood Luck!
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You should call your doctor's office and see if they will call something to a pharmacy where you are.  Get the number of a pharmacy first so you can give it to the doctor's office.  Most doctor's offices will do it if you explain the situation, but call before they close!\n\nYou could also see if there is an "urgent care" somewhere around.  They accept most insurances.\n\nAs a doctor I wouldnt recommend any herbal treatments to treat a skin infection.
218522
Exfoliating is the answer. There are scrubs and mittens that do the trick. Speak to a dermatologist or speak to your pharmacist they can help. good luck :-)
658555
u can get some cream from ur DR or some anusole from over the counter
1088819
psoriasis restrict becoming any professional?  that is insane.  we're talking about the skin problem right?
867507
could be psoriasis. go to a dermatologist and they will tell you how to treat it
156453
Try Mederma. No prescription needed. You can get it at any retail store.
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Ask your questions to the people who suffer from psorasis on Skincell Forums. They are the best people to ask.\n\nhttp://www.skincell.org/yabbse/index.php
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It might be worth checking out if it it could be psoriasis. There is a lot of info on the web, www.psoriasis.org and others. But of course it's better to arrange to see a doctor as soon as you can.
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You might try this.  A friend of mine has really bad psoriasis all over her body.  She started using sea salt as an exfoliant on her skin.  She just got her body wet and rubbed the salt on her effected areas and the psoriasis started going away much better than the cream her doctor gave her.  It might be worth a try.
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http://www.psoriasis.org/home/\n\nIt's not curable, but it's manageable.
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See a dermatologist.  There is a fairly new ointment called Protopic, prescription, that is safe enough to use anywhere on the body and it is used for exzema and psoriasis.  You do have to keep using it because these things are not curable yet.
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My cousin has psoriasis pretty bad and there are a few different things she does. depending on wether or not you have open sores you can use Tea Tree Oil.  If it is bad enough to have open sores DO NOT USE IT! it will burn like crazy. Lavender is very soothing for your skin and also your mood, so get some lavender oil and pour a little in the bath tub with warm water (not hot) and soak in it for a little while.  as with buying any essential oils make sure they do not have a bunch of crude in them cause then they are not worth buying.
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Visit your local doctor immediately.
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My husband suffers from a skin condition that numerous dermatologists said was psoriasis, and yet, no medication works for him either.  He began to take a few baths a week rather than showers all the time, and just added a good squirt of baby oil.  It didn't "cure" it, but it brought the inflammation down a lot, and lessened the itching.  I was amazed that such a simple thing made such a difference for him.  Hope this helps.
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I understand that they have not found any cure for it yet. Let me give you the information on the details of existing treatments...\n\nToday, there are many different treatments to help control psoriasis. Some can be found over the counter at a drugstore, while others require a prescription from your doctor. \nNo single treatment works for everyone. The goal is to find a treatment that works the best with the fewest side effects. Your doctor will look at what kind of psoriasis you have and recommend the treatment regimen that is best for you. \n\nTopicals\n\nTopical treatments—agents applied to the skin—are usually the first line of defense in treating psoriasis. Researchers believe psoriasis occurs when faulty signals in the immune system cause skin cells to grow too rapidly, creating dry, red, scaly patches called lesions. Topicals slow down or normalize that excessive cell reproduction and reduce inflammation (redness) associated with psoriasis.  \n\nDoctors tend to first prescribe topicals and/or phototherapy for mild to moderate psoriasis because they may be more appropriate than other treatments, such as systemic medications, which affect the entire body. \nThere are many effective topical treatments. While many can be purchased over the counter (OTC), others are available by prescription only. \n\nAnthralin\nThis prescription topical can be very effective in treating plaque psoriasis. It does not work as quickly or as thoroughly as superpotent topical steroids, but unlike steroids, it has no known long-term side effects. \n\nDovonex\nA form of synthetic vitamin D3 approved for treating psoriasis, available by prescription. It slows down the rate of skin cell growth, flattens psoriasis lesions and removes scale. Dovonex also can be used on the scalp and for nail psoriasis. \n\nSalicylic acid\nAlso known as "sal acid," salicylic acid helps remove scales and is often combined with topical steroids, anthralin or tar to enhance effectiveness. Available in both OTC and prescription forms. \n\nTar\nCoal tar is available over the counter in crude and refined forms to treat mild, moderate and severe psoriasis. For decades, tar was viewed as the "traditional" treatment for psoriasis, and it remains a safe, effective and readily available treatment option for many people. \n\nTazorac\nTazorac topical gel and cream (also known by its generic name tazarotene) are FDA-approved for treating plaque psoriasis. Tazorac is a vitamin A derivative and is also known as a topical retinoid. It is available by prescription. \n\nTopical steroids\nCorticosteroids, ordinarily called "steroids" by doctors and patients, are routinely used to treat psoriasis. Topical steroid medications can be very effective in controlling mild to moderate psoriasis lesions. They are easy to use and work relatively quickly. Most are available by prescription. \n\nOther OTC topicals\nInformation about bath solutions, moisturizers and nonprescription medications that can be used to moisturize, soothe, remove scale or relieve itching. \n \n\nPhototherapy\n\nPhototherapy involves exposing the skin to wavelengths of ultraviolet light under medical supervision. Treatments usually take place in a doctor's office or psoriasis clinic. However, it is possible to follow a treatment regimen at home with a unit prescribed by your doctor. The key to success with phototherapy is consistency.  \n\nUVB phototherapy\n\nUVB treatment involves exposing the skin to an artificial UVB light source for a set length of time on a regular schedule, either under a doctor's direction in a medical setting or with a home unit purchased with a doctor's prescription.\n\n\n Home phototherapy\n\nPUVA is an acronym for psoralen (a light-sensitizing medication) combined with exposure to ultraviolet light A (UVA). UVA, like UVB, is found in sunlight. By itself, however, UVA is not usually used to clear psoriasis. It is relatively ineffective unless used with
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yes - the chlorine and other additives can really aggrivate psoriasis.  My dad suffers and he bought a filter for his shower head (called nature's miracle or something) and he said it really helps.  try a healthfood store and see if they can get you a water filter, if not try a hardwear store for a water filter for that purpose.  Or you can get a fitler for all the water in your house...