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My sister affected by psoriasis. whether there are treatments that can be done effectively? My sister is already 18 years exposed psoriosis and does not heal well with ointments and other herbal remedies
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Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Cap. Maxepa once daily for 3 months. Protar or Cosalic ointment for application at night (over affected area) for 1 month. Pasitrex C Ointment once daily for 1 week. Then Pasitrex ointment once daily for 1 w Avoid psoriasis triggers such as smoking , stress , alcohol and excessive intake of pain killerseek. NBUVB Photo therapy to be done at any dermatology clinic .
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Dr. Franklin Sujith Kumar
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Thanks for the query..psoriasis is not curable but effectively treatable.with the right medications the psoriatic lesions can be healed.dont mix up the treatment with allopathy and herbal etc..meet a good qualified dermatologist near you and seek help.ypu can send us photographs on Practo direct to help with a treatment plan.also discuss with your dermatologist about co morbidities in psoriasis to have a better understanding of the psoriasis.hope this helps
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1)psoriasis is not contagious
2)with the right treatment you need atleast 2 to 3 months for the lesions to go into remission
3)avoid mental stress and physical stress to the body
4)avoid smoking and alcohol consumption
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