Post by Guru on May 31, 2022 4:31:45 GMT
Avoid These Foods That Can Cause Your Psoriasis to Flare
Psoriasis, a rash of dry scaly skin that is painful and itchy. As of 2020, there is no known cure, so the best thing to do is avoid flare-ups, which can last from a few weeks to a few months. One of the main causes of a psoriasis flare-up is the most over used ingredient in the world, as well as its alter cousin, salt.
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A psoriasis flare-up can be a few areas of dry scaly skin or it can affect your knees, scalp, elbow and your trunk. This condition is especially noticeable when it is on the knees, elbows or scalp and it can be embarrassing. Sugar should be avoided because too much of it will most likely lead to obesity, heart disease, and it can cause inflammation in your entire body. If you have psoriasis, inflammation is the enemy.
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There are many different types of psoriasis:
Plaque psoriasis This is the most common type of psoriasis. Plaque psoriasis causes dry, itchy, raised skin patches - also called plaques - covered with scales. There may be only a few patches or there could be patches on the elbows, knees, lower back and scalp that can vary in color, depending on the pigment in the skin.
Nail psoriasis This type can affect fingernails and toenails, that result pitting, abnormal nail growth and discoloration. Psoriatic nails might loosen and separate from the nail bed (onycholysis). Severe disease may cause the nail to crumble.
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Guttate psoriasis. Guttate psoriasis primarily affects young adults and children. It's usually triggered by a bacterial infection such as strep throat. It's marked by small, drop-shaped, scaling spots on the trunk, arms or legs.
Inverse psoriasis. Inverse psoriasis mainly affects the skin folds of the groin, buttocks and breasts. It causes smooth patches of inflamed skin that worsen with friction and sweating. Fungal infections may trigger this type of psoriasis.
Pustular psoriasis. Pustular psoriasis, a rare type, causes clearly defined pus-filled blisters. It can occur in widespread patches or on small areas of the palms or soles.
Erythrodermic psoriasis. The least common type of psoriasis, erythrodermic psoriasis can cover the entire body with a peeling rash that can itch or burn intensely. It can be short-lived (acute) or long-term (chronic).
There are treatments for this unfortunate condition