Many times itching and crushed skin starts appearing on our body. This problem is mostly seen on the head, elbow, face, ears and on the knees. This condition is called psoriasis. Dr. Emotional Dheer, a dermatologist at PSRI Hospital, states that psoriasis causes skin rash, swelling and white layers to freeze. The disease is not contagious, but can disturb for a long time. This condition is not completely cured, but it can be controlled.
Why is psoriasis?
The main causes of psoriasis are not completely clear, but the disease is associated with disturbances in our immune system. Usually skin cells are formed every 28 to 30 days, but in psoriasis this process becomes very fast and new cells start forming in just 3 to 4 days. This causes layers to freeze on the skin. In addition, family history, stress, smoking, alcohol, obesity and intake of some drugs can also increase its risk.
These symptoms appear when psoriasis:
Symptoms of psoriasis include red spots on the skin, silver-like layer, itching, irritation and sometimes joint pain. These symptoms appear more on the skull, elbow, knees, back and nails. Some patients may also have problems like repeated cracks and blood.
How to control psoriasis?
Dr. Dheer says that it is not possible to completely get rid of this disease, but its symptoms can be controlled. Always keep the skin moist, avoid stress, have a balanced diet and stay away from smoking and alcohol. If constant red spots or layers appear on the skin, the dermatologist should be contacted. This disease can be controlled by taking treatment at the right time.
