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How To Treat Psoriasis Vulgaris?

psoriasis vulgaris female patient from 6 months.took treatment in many special psoriasis hospitals.they flushed my body with full antibiotics & body hydration etc also using Propysalic NF6 ointment,momate cream,clop-G ointment,topisalic lotion for scalp ,Levocetirezine tablets etc etc ..but still psoriasis is not gone & troubling me like a hell..I ve not left any hope from life now & also my money is end now.. if u can help me plz tell some thing I beg
Mon, 30 Jun 2014
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Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I understand that you are suffering from psoriasis and are extremely worried about it.
Treatment of psoriasis depends on the extent of the disease.
Creams and lotions are the 1 st line of treatment for limited disease. If they do not seem to be working, other options include phototherapy ( Narrow band UV-B and PUVA therapy). This involves exposing the involved sites to light of a particular wavelength in specialised chambers.
The other options include oral methotrexate. This is a toxic drug but highly efficacious in the treatment of psoriasis. This is also cheap. However, you have to be monitored regularly for side effects.
Other options include oral retinoids, cyclosporine and biologicals. These are relatively expensive and have to be monitored for side effects. Please discuss with your treating doctor about these options.
Hope this helps you.
Take care.
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How To Treat Psoriasis Vulgaris?

Hello, Welcome to healthcare magic. I understand that you are suffering from psoriasis and are extremely worried about it. Treatment of psoriasis depends on the extent of the disease. Creams and lotions are the 1 st line of treatment for limited disease. If they do not seem to be working, other options include phototherapy ( Narrow band UV-B and PUVA therapy). This involves exposing the involved sites to light of a particular wavelength in specialised chambers. The other options include oral methotrexate. This is a toxic drug but highly efficacious in the treatment of psoriasis. This is also cheap. However, you have to be monitored regularly for side effects. Other options include oral retinoids, cyclosporine and biologicals. These are relatively expensive and have to be monitored for side effects. Please discuss with your treating doctor about these options. Hope this helps you. Take care.