Psoriasis – What you need to know
Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease which leads to red flaky patches on the skin. The problem starts with your T-cells which is a specific type of white blood cell. When T-cells become active and set off other immune responses it leads to psoriasis symptoms. Symptoms of Psoriasis Psoriasis symptoms differ from individuals to individuals. It also differs with different types of psoriasis disease. Some common psoriasis picture symptoms are as follows: Red flaky inflamed patches on skin Silver-white scales and flakes and patches on skin Cracking and bleeding of dry skin Itching and burning sensation around patchy skin Swollen joints Thick nails Soreness around the patches on your skin Treatment for Psoriasis Dietary supplements Fish oil, vitamin D, milk thistle, aloe vera, Oregon grape, and evening primrose oil help control the symptoms caused due to psoriasis. Make sure that any dietary supplements that you take don’t interfere with the underlying condition. Prevent Dry Skin Another important thing to do is to keep your skin fresh and moist. Dry skin can break and sometimes bleed. Use a sensitive moisturizer to keep your skin supple and prevent it from forming plaques. Avoid fragrances Avoid using anything that has an artificial chemical composition.