If you have psoriasis, you’re at greater risk of developing other conditions, including: Psoriatic arthritis Eye conditions, such as conjunctivitis, blepharitis and uveitis Obesity Type 2 diabetes High blood pressure and cardiovascular disease Other autoimmune...
As part of psoriasis treatment we often include everyday health and beauty aids, shampoo, and skin care items that we can get without prescription. It’s important, though, to check the ingredients labels carefully — and, of course, to know which ingredients will...
In people with scalp psoriasis, dyeing the hair can cause problems. However, taking a few key steps before, during, and after applying hair dye can prevent complications. At least half of the people with psoriasis get it on their scalps. When symptoms flare up, the...
If you have psoriasis and allergies, maybe you’ve wondered if your allergy flares make your skin condition worse. There’s no need to guess: Doctors and researchers haven’t found links between the two problems. Although psoriasis and allergies both...
Eczema is a condition wherein patches of skin become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough. Some types can also cause blisters. Different types and stages of eczema affect over 10% of the population. Many people use the word eczema when referring to atopic dermatitis,...
A person with psoriasis can find that their condition varies. Psoriasis tends to flare up in response to certain triggers. One factor that may trigger a first episode, a flare, or an aggravation of symptoms is excessive alcohol consumption. A study published in...
