Is there a cure for psoriasis?

Question

my 5 year old has a mild case of psoriasis on her head.

If there is no cure, is there a way to keep it under control?

I've been using Selsun Blue Shampoo when I give her a bath lately. I havedn't been using it long enough to notice a difference yet though.

My Hubby had it when he was younger but grew out of it. He said his parents used some kind of ointment on him for it, BUT no one remembers what it was.

Answer 1

There is no cure; however, there are many treatments. You can find a nice diagram here:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/f/f7/Treatment_ladder.png
My younger cousin actually suffered from psoriasis often as a child, and was prescribed a topical ointment; of course, everyone is different when it comes to medications.

Wish you all the best, and hope I was of some help.

Answer 2

I had a 13 year history of psoriasis, though I was in good health otherwise. But these severe large, thick and scaly excoriated plaques on my neck, ears, trunk and limbs ruined the way I was leading my life. I would be with red, inflamed itchy skin for most part of the year and these silvery scales would seem to be erupting without any reason. To make matters worse, blisters would appear over already red and itching skin. It was living hell.

I was treated with various options but nothing seemed to be working. Some of the treatments that I underwent in this depressing period of 13 years included tar preparation, tropical steroids and anthralin. I was also given light therapy many times but everything I tried would give me temporary relief.

And soon, after a few days I would be plagued with the situation again. In one of those moments when I was completely lost I stumbled upon this website just by chance. I read it and felt that as if someone had put the story my life on this web page. I was thoroughly convinced that if ANYONE can cure me of condition, it would be you.

And was I right, or what. I started recovering within 3 days of starting this treatment. Something that had become a painful part of me for 13 years was actually getting healed! My ears are healed and my neck is smooth again!. I am a month into the treatment and I have never felt better in my life!

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Answer 3

RE: Is there a cure for psoriasis?
my 5 year old has a mild case of psoriasis on her head. If there is no cure, is there a way to keep it under control? I've been using Selsun Blue Shampoo when I give her a bath lately. I havedn't been using it long enough to notice a difference yet though. My Hubby had it when he was younger but grew out of it. He said his parents used some kind of ointment on him for it, BUT no one remembers what it was.

Answer 4

Psoriasis has no cure, but can be controlled. I've had it for years and I still have it.
I take it that you live in the U.S. and I recommend you to contact the NPF (National Psoriasis Foundation).
Their web site is: www.psoriasis.org.
E-mail: [e-mail].

One thing: Do not try any "home remedies". They don't work and can do a lot of damage.

Answer 5

Here is a site. Hope it helps you. It says....Is there a cure? Not at the moment, much research is being done but unfortunately there is no cure at the present time but the future looks hopeful.

Answer 6

no there is no cure...you have to constantly take care of it...Exorex works good for me (coal tar) and i can use it as long as i want too...but better consult a dermatologist. Mine prescribes me some mixes with ingredients that do good to my skin...make sure your daughter doesn't scratch it, as it gets worse

Answer 7

I had this problem for years and used over the counter stuff. Finally, I saw a dermatologist and he gave me a prescription cream, it went away - and hasn't been back. Good luck.

Answer 8

Hepar Sulph 30 th potency ,orally one to two drops once daily for two months, and report for further advice to any homeopath.other optional medicine can be advised if detailed history sheet is being sent by e-mail.

Answer 9

Don't try home remedies!! They could do worse. Call or go to a dermatologist.

Answer 10

there is a new shot called embrel, but i don't know if there is an age limit on it. check with your pediatrician