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Question: Is there any cure for psoriasis? I have been affected since almost 10 years. There is relief for some time but it reappears. I used to get it only on the un exposed parts of my body. But since one year it is apearing on the exposed parts too and
Brief Answer:
Psoriasis can only be controlled complete cure takes more research
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder hence cannot be completely cured.
It can only be controlled.
If body area involvement is less than 20% we advise creams like protar or steroids.
For more than 20 % body involvement tablets are advised.
Tablet Methotrexate twice a week for 6 months works well.
You would require a prescription from a doctor for methotrexate.
Please meet a doctor and discuss.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
Psoriasis can only be controlled complete cure takes more research
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder hence cannot be completely cured.
It can only be controlled.
If body area involvement is less than 20% we advise creams like protar or steroids.
For more than 20 % body involvement tablets are advised.
Tablet Methotrexate twice a week for 6 months works well.
You would require a prescription from a doctor for methotrexate.
Please meet a doctor and discuss.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
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