Psoriasis is an immune-mediated, noncontiguous, genetic disease manifesting in the skin and/or the joints. Psoriasis is a, lifelong skin disease.
Types of Psoriasis
There are five types of psoriasis.
1.Plaque: Most common form of the disease
2.Guttate: Appears as small red spots on the skin
3.Inverse: Occurs in armpits, groin and skin folds
4.Pustular: White blisters surrounded by red skin
5.Erythrodermic: Intense redness over large areas
Signs and Symptoms
Psoriatic arthritis causes stiffness, pain, swelling and tenderness of the joints and the tissue around them. Movement of the joint(s) may be difficult. Some cases of psoriatic arthritis cause deterioration of the spine and deformity of the joints, leading to disability. It can develop slowly with mild symptoms, or it can develop quickly and be severe.
Homoeopathic Treatment for Psoriasis
Homoeopathy is one of the most popular holistic systems of medicine. The selection of remedy is based upon the theory of individualization and symptoms similarity by using holistic approach. This is the only way through which a state of complete health can be regained by removing all the sign and symptoms from which the patient is suffering. The aim of homoeopathy is not only to treat psoriasis but to address its underlying cause and individual susceptibility. As far as therapeutic medication is concerned; several well-proved remedies are available for psoriasis treatment that can be selected on the basis of cause, location, sensation, modalities and extension of the psoriasis. For individualized remedy selection and treatment, the patient should consult a qualified homoeopathic doctor in person.