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How Can Psoriasis On The Feet Be Treated?

My wife has psoriasis on her leg feet,So many drs are tried,But its not curing,There are so many types of injection and ointment and tablet are used but its not curing.Right now dr has given Tab Mtx,Depodra injection,fexo,coralcal d,folic acid and its using 2 months,What can i do for permanent cure of this,Please help
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Hi,

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that speeds up the life cycle of skin cells. It causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin. The extra skin cells form scales and red patches that are itchy and sometimes painful.

The cause of psoriasis isn't fully understood, but it's thought to be related to an immune system problem. To answer your question, I can say that: There is no permanent cure for psoriasis, but you can manage symptoms.

Lifestyle measures, such as moisturizing, quitting smoking, managing stress and exposing your skin to controlled amounts of natural sunlight(phototherapy) may be helpful.

At the other side topical and sistemic corticosteroids, topical Vit D analogues, salicylic acid and retinoids are used to manage the exacerbation of the disease (like in your wife's case).

I suggest discussing with your wife's treating doctor about the best alternatives for treatment in your wife's specific case.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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How Can Psoriasis On The Feet Be Treated?

Hi, Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that speeds up the life cycle of skin cells. It causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin. The extra skin cells form scales and red patches that are itchy and sometimes painful. The cause of psoriasis isn t fully understood, but it s thought to be related to an immune system problem. To answer your question, I can say that: There is no permanent cure for psoriasis, but you can manage symptoms. Lifestyle measures, such as moisturizing, quitting smoking, managing stress and exposing your skin to controlled amounts of natural sunlight(phototherapy) may be helpful. At the other side topical and sistemic corticosteroids, topical Vit D analogues, salicylic acid and retinoids are used to manage the exacerbation of the disease (like in your wife s case). I suggest discussing with your wife s treating doctor about the best alternatives for treatment in your wife s specific case. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.