What are the treatment methods for psoriasis?
Disease description:
Recently, my psoriasis has been recurring frequently. I would like to know what treatment options are available for psoriasis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Psoriasis, medically known as psoriasis vulgaris, is a chronic, recurrent skin disease. Treatment for psoriasis should comprehensively consider the severity of the condition, the patient's age, affected areas, and individual health status, employing an individualized treatment plan. Main treatment methods include:
1. Topical medications: Such as tretinoin cream, tacrolimus ointment, glucocorticoids, and vitamin D3 derivatives (e.g., calcipotriol), which act directly on the skin surface to reduce inflammation and promote skin repair.
2. Phototherapy: Such as ultraviolet therapy (NB-UVB is the preferred option), which can inhibit excessive proliferation of skin cells, although careful control of radiation dose and frequency is necessary.
3. Oral or injectable medications: For moderate to severe or generalized psoriasis, immunomodulatory agents such as methotrexate, cyclosporine, and biologic agents may be required. These medications control the disease by modulating the immune system.
4. Lifestyle modifications: Maintaining healthy habits, such as avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, quitting smoking, stress reduction, balanced diet, and appropriate exercise, can help improve symptoms.
The above treatment methods should be selected based on the patient's specific circumstances and the physician's recommendations.
