Skin care in patients with psoriasis includes medical monitoring, treatment, and hygiene routines to avoid exacerbation of symptoms.
By: Luisa Ochoa
During the leading program of the Medicine and Public Health Magazine, “Health Experts”, Dr. Noelani González, in an interview with Dr. Oscar Soto Raíces, denied several myths related to the care of the fur in patients suffering from psoriasis.
Clinical dermatologist and fellowship in Dermatology Cosmetics referred to the home practices that patients can perform to achieve an improvement in the appearance of the fur and avoid exacerbations that the condition brings with it.
Beliefs regarding home remedies that cure psoriasis
The first myth shared by users was related to the healing potential of the psoriasis through the use of hot water baths.
In this regard, Dr. González explained that “in reality, very hot water can even worsen the psoriasis and can cause more inflammation and dry out the fur. It is best to use warm water, you will achieve the same cleanliness and you will not create inflammation.
The second myth or belief refers that baths with vinegar improve the plaque of the psoriasis. Multiple internet sources indicate that the application of vinegar on the fur allows to reduce the inflammation and itching that the psoriasis.
However, the dermatologist clarified that “this is a myth because they are not going to improve plaque psoriasis. Vinegar baths have been shown to help with the itching that plaque can cause, but not necessarily improve the appearance of the plaque itself.”
Myth: “patients with psoriasis should avoid the sun”
On the other hand, several patients may have doubts regarding whether or not they can receive sun and what would be the impact of exposing themselves to sunlight on their health condition. psoriasis. Considering that you should avoid receiving the sun is a myth, according to the dermatologist.
“This myth is interesting because we in the past and sometimes still use UVA and UVB light to treat psoriasis. As we have spoken and repeated many times, everything is in balance, if we use phototherapy, but it is not good to get too much sun,” she said.
On the subject, he added that the use of sunscreen is essential for patients who are going to be exposed to the sun, because prolonged exposure without adequate protection can irritate the plaques and worsen the symptoms.
“As long as patients are going to be out in the sun, they should apply sunscreen. They can use the sunscreen that any other patient uses and that is broad spectrum. It should always be SPF 30 or higher and waterproof if they are going to wet,” he said.
Pregnancy and psoriasis
The penultimate myth shared by the patients was focused on pregnancy and psoriasis. “Yes I have psoriasis I won’t be able to get pregnant.”
Dr. González responded by stating that “this is completely a myth, it has not been scientifically proven, and what we recommend is that if a patient is concerned regarding this, she can visit her OB/GYN.”
Use of certain types of clothing
Finally, do synthetic fibers exacerbate psoriasis?. “This is true, it can happen and it is because synthetic fibers can be abrasive to the skin. fur and cause inflammation,” said the dermatologist, who suggested choosing cotton clothing or materials that do not adhere to skin. fur.
See the full program here.