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Psoriasis – chronic inflammatory skin disease

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory, immune-mediated disease that primarily affects the skin. However, it can also involve the nails, joints, and other organ systems.

It is characterized by sharply defined, reddened skin areas with silvery-white scales. The disease often occurs in flare-ups with phases of more severe and less severe symptoms.

Psoriasis is not contagious and is not caused by poor hygiene or a fungal infection.

How does psoriasis develop?

In psoriasis, the regulation of the immune system is altered. Inflammatory processes cause the cells of the epidermis to renew much faster than in healthy skin.

This leads to the accumulation of skin cells on the surface, forming the characteristic thickened, scaling plaques.

Genetic predisposition plays an important role. Whether and how severely the disease erupts is also influenced by various environmental and lifestyle factors.

Typical symptoms

Common symptoms include:

• reddened, inflamed skin areas

• silvery-white scales

• sharply defined plaques

• dry and taut skin

• itching

• burning sensation

• painful skin cracks

• occasional bleeding after scale removal

Frequently affected skin areas

Psoriasis occurs particularly often on:

• elbows

• knees

• scalp

• back

• sacral region

• hands and feet

• navel

• buttock crease

However, almost any body region can be affected.

Psoriasis vulgaris – plaque psoriasis

The most common form is psoriasis vulgaris or plaque psoriasis.

This involves the development of typical thickened, sharply defined, and scaling skin areas. The changes can remain small or affect larger skin surfaces.

Scalp psoriasis

Psoriasis capitis affects the hairy scalp. Typical signs are:

• severe scaling

• reddened skin

• itching

• sometimes very thick scale buildup

The changes can extend beyond the hairline, making them clearly visible.

Guttate psoriasis

In guttate psoriasis, numerous small, teardrop-shaped red and scaling skin lesions appear.

This form can occur particularly in younger individuals after a streptococcal infection, such as a sore throat.

Inverse psoriasis

Inverse psoriasis primarily affects skin folds, such as:

• armpits

• groins

• buttock crease

• under the breasts

• genital area

Due to the moisture in these regions, the typical severe scaling is often absent. The skin appears smoother, red, and inflamed.

Pustular psoriasis

In certain forms, sterile pustules can form. These do not contain infectious bacteria.

Widespread pustular psoriasis can be accompanied by significant general symptoms and may require rapid medical treatment.

Nail psoriasis

Fingernails and toenails can also be affected.

Typical changes include:

• small pits in the nail – known as "pitting"

• yellowish-brown discoloration

• thickening of the nails

• separation of the nail plate

• brittle or deformed nails

Nail psoriasis can resemble onychomycosis (nail fungus). Therefore, both diseases should be differentiated in cases of unclear nail changes.

Psoriatic arthritis

A portion of people with psoriasis develop psoriatic arthritis.

Possible signs include:

• joint pain

• joint swelling

• morning stiffness

• swollen fingers or toes

• pain at tendon insertions

• back or lower back pain

Early diagnosis is important, as untreated psoriatic arthritis can lead to permanent joint damage.

Possible triggers of flare-ups

Certain factors can trigger or worsen a psoriasis flare-up, such as:

• infections

• psychological stress

• skin injuries

• sunburn

• smoking

• heavy alcohol consumption

• obesity

• certain medications

The appearance of new psoriasis lesions after injuries or irritation of the skin is known as the Koebner phenomenon.

Psoriasis and comorbidities

Psoriasis is no longer exclusively regarded as a skin disease. Especially in more severe cases, certain comorbidities can occur more frequently.

These include, among others:

• psoriatic arthritis

• obesity

• high blood pressure

• lipid metabolism disorders

• diabetes mellitus

• metabolic syndrome

• cardiovascular diseases

• chronic inflammatory bowel diseases

Comprehensive medical care can therefore go beyond the treatment of visible skin changes.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is often made based on the characteristic skin appearance.

Depending on the situation, the following may also be necessary:

• dermatological examination

• nail examination

• skin biopsy for unclear findings

• fungal diagnostics to differentiate from a fungal infection

• rheumatological evaluation for joint complaints

Treatment

Treatment depends on the form, extent, and severity, as well as on possible involvement of nails or joints.

For external treatment, for example, the following can be used:

• lipid-replenishing and moisturizing skin care

• urea preparations

• keratolytic agents for scale removal

• vitamin D analogues

• topical corticosteroids

• further anti-inflammatory agents

In severe psoriasis, the following can be used, among others:

• phototherapy

• classical systemic medications

• biologics

• targeted immunomodulating therapies

Modern psoriasis therapy can specifically interfere with certain inflammatory pathways of the immune system and achieve significant improvement in many patients.

Skin care for psoriasis

Consistent basic care supports the skin barrier and can reduce dryness, scaling, and itching.

Particularly suitable are:

• lipid-replenishing care products

• moisturizing creams and ointments

• mild cleansing products

• avoidance of unnecessary mechanical skin irritation

Scales should not be forcibly scraped off, as skin injuries can promote new psoriasis lesions.

Homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji

In homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji, specific homeopathic remedies and potencies are used for psoriasis and various chronic skin conditions according to the Banerji Protocols.

A reliable treatment of immune-mediated inflammation in psoriasis using homeopathic remedies is not scientifically proven.

Necessary dermatological or rheumatological treatment should therefore not be replaced or delayed. This applies particularly to moderate to severe psoriasis and suspected psoriatic arthritis.

Important notice

In cases of newly occurring joint pain, joint swelling, pronounced morning stiffness, or swollen fingers and toes, a possible psoriatic arthritis should be medically clarified early on.

Rapid medical assessment is also required for widespread skin redness, extensive pustule formation, fever, or significant deterioration of general health.

The information on this page is for general information only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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