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How Can I Remove Psoriasis Type Rashes On The Body ?
I have psoriasis type rash on my elbows, back of knees and few spost on my biceps adn thighs. I had rash in thos espost while in Bali 2 weeks ago but now it is much worse. what is it and how can i make it go away Thanks
Fri, 6 Apr 2012
Hello,
thanks for writing in,
It may well be psoriasis or an allergic rash.
Is it red, scaly and itchy? If yes then it may be psoriasis.
Is it oozing? If yes, then it may be an allergic rash.
The good thing is that, the treatment is more or less the same.
You may use a potent corticosterod cream like mometasone once daily for 20 days. You will get a good improvement. ALso moisturize the area well.
if the problem recurs, consult a dermatologist.
thanks for writing in,
It may well be psoriasis or an allergic rash.
Is it red, scaly and itchy? If yes then it may be psoriasis.
Is it oozing? If yes, then it may be an allergic rash.
The good thing is that, the treatment is more or less the same.
You may use a potent corticosterod cream like mometasone once daily for 20 days. You will get a good improvement. ALso moisturize the area well.
if the problem recurs, consult a dermatologist.
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Hi...dear Daniel..,
Thanks for choosing HCM..,
PSORIASIS...it is genetically determined and ..,
inflammatory disorder...with family history...,
well demarkated, raised and silvery scale lesions.,
bleeding on removal of scales with slight itch..,
mainly on Scalp, knees, Elbows (External surfaces).,
Nail involvement alos there..,
So evaluate and diagnose the case....
consult good dermatologist ..ok.thanQ
Thanks for choosing HCM..,
PSORIASIS...it is genetically determined and ..,
inflammatory disorder...with family history...,
well demarkated, raised and silvery scale lesions.,
bleeding on removal of scales with slight itch..,
mainly on Scalp, knees, Elbows (External surfaces).,
Nail involvement alos there..,
So evaluate and diagnose the case....
consult good dermatologist ..ok.thanQ
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