Psoriasis in Adrian, MI
What is Psoriasis?
Desjarlais Dermatology & Aesthetic Center in Adrian, MI helps people with the treatment and continuing control of psoriasis. This is a chronic skin condition that results when skin cells grow too quickly. Psoriasis causes red, flaky, light-colored patches of skin that may become itchy, inflamed, scaly, and can even scab. Normal skin cells cycle and flake about once a month or every four weeks. Individuals with psoriasis have skin cells that build up quickly and form what are called plaques. They can range in diameter and position on the body, forming around the elbows, knees, hands, scalp, and lower spine.
Our medical team offers a number of different treatments for psoriasis. One type, referred to as plaque psoriasis, is the most commonly experienced. While most cases of psoriasis are believed to be mild, many are difficult to deal with and can require numerous therapies throughout a patient's life. It's also essential to note that psoriasis isn't contagious and can't be spread from person to person. Once it's diagnosed, it is a matter of managing the symptoms so that flare-ups can be minimized.
What Are the Treatment Options for Psoriasis?
Though there's no cure for psoriasis, you'll find an assortment of treatment options available to manage the condition, depending on the severity and variety of psoriasis you are experiencing. Mild cases can be cleared with prescription creams, ointments, and lotions. When your head is affected, shampoos, sprays, and oils can be used. Systemic drugs are prescription drugs that are taken by mouth or injected and work through the entire body. They are typically used for patients with moderate or severe psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. In addition, advancements in laser treatment have provided tremendous results for a number of psoriasis cases. Utilizing phototherapy to expose an individual's skin to a specialized ultraviolet light helps minimize symptoms.
Improve Your Quality of Life
Psoriasis may be embarrassing and uncomfortable, which makes it hard for you to carry out simple tasks in your daily life. If that is the case for you, we invite you to contact Desjarlais Dermatology & Aesthetic Center at your first convenience. During a consultation with our expert team, your condition will be evaluated and a treatment plan customized to make your symptoms more manageable and your quality of life better.
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Have been going there for my psoriasis for several years now and it's been a wonderful experience
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