There Is No Cure For Psoriasis - It Is an Autoimmune Disease

Here's the bad news - there is no cure for psoriasis.Here's the good news - there is plenty you can do about it.I think it is important to understand a few basic facts about Psoriasis before rushing off to find a quick and easy solution. There are several different forms of this disease, some of which can be life-threatening, so it is important to seek professional medical advice."Early diagnosis and treatment is the answer"1) What Causes It?Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease, so the problem lies in the body's immune system. Your immune system makes the antibodies that are needed to fight off infections. The immune system identifies "foreign" cells and the antibodies attack them.However, in an autoimmune disease, the immune system goes haywire and misidentifies normal cells as foreign and produces "auto antibodies" which attack the normal cells. The painful and embarrassing skin blotches and flaking are the result of the damage to these cells.2) Whom Does It Affect?Psoriasis is random in selecting its victims. It affects about 3% of the world's population. It affects both males and females of all ages and ethnicities.Psoriasis is NOT contagious and cannot be passed on by physical contact.3) What is the Treatment?Because the basic problem is with the immune system, normal medical treatment is by medication, with corticosteroids. These medicines are synthetic versions of a natural hormone, produced in smaller quantities by the body.Usually, high doses of the corticosteroids are administered to bring the psoriasis under control and are then reduced slowly, to minimise side effects. These side effects can be serious and will need to be monitored on a regular basis. Additional medication, called steroid-sparing drugs (or adjuvant drugs) will guard against these side effects and they work well together.


The corticoseroids can seldom be stopped completely and most patients will need a small maintenance dose to keep the psoriasis under control.4) What are the Alternatives?In many cases, the symptoms and the pain are less severe and can be managed with creams and oils and shampoos, many of which are formulated specifically for the treatment of psoriasis.Many sufferers claim to have found great relief and have sent glowing testimonials to the suppliers who have made a great difference in their lives. Some even claim a "complete cure". We have found some suppliers who offer a no-nonsense money-back guarantee if the customer is not satisfied. These suppliers must have effective solutions, otherwise they would go out of business. Some of them have been in the business for twenty years.5) Action.Psoriasis will not go away by itself and in some severe cases, it can be life-threatening. It is important that you seek help, either from a qualified medical practitioner, or by using natural and homeopathic products which are widely available. Many of them offer a money-back guarantee, so you can try them without risking your money.Many psoriasis sufferers swear by these remedies.