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While there is no cure for psoriasis, there are several treatments available that will help to control your psoriasis. These include both doctor-prescribed treatments and at-home remedies.

Using a topical cream or ointment is the first way to control your psoriasis. Many of these are available over-the-counter, but check with your doctor to see if a prescription ointment would be better for your condition. Topical treatments may include tar, anthralin, dovonex, and salicyclic acid.

Doctor prescribed corticosteroids is another common way to control your psoriasis. They help reduce swelling with their anti-inflammatory properties. Some of these may carry side effects, so discuss this option thoroughly with your physician.

Ultraviolet light therapy might be used to control your psoriasis. This treatment requires your skin to be exposed to artificial ultraviolet light B. This phototherapy is especially popular for extensive cases of psoriasis.

Although treatment from your doctor is important, don’t forget home remedies that can help you control your psoriasis. This can be as simple as the diet you eat. A healthy diet high in vegetables and low in meat and dairy is important. Supplement your diet with EFAs (essential fatty acids) that can be found in flax seed oil or fish oil.

Some alternative therapies, such as acupuncture or reflexology can help to control your psoriasis by reducing stress which in turn can help reduce the duration of flare-ups or even the frequency of psoriasis flare-ups.

In addition to having healthy foods, your kitchen can also have natural topical treatments. Vegetable or olive oil can be added to your bath to relieve itching. Baking soda can be mixed with water and applied directly to plaques with a cloth. Apple cider vinegar can be rubbed on the scalp to help control your psoriasis.

Since stress can worsen your psoriasis symptoms, take the steps to reduce your stress level. Learn how to meditate, exercise regularly, or take a yoga class. Be sure to enjoy your hobbies or take up a new one for some fun time

Work closely with your doctor to discover the best ways to control your psoriasis. While there is not yet a cure, there are many steps that you can take to help reduce the pain and the severity of your psoriasis outbreaks.

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