Psoriasis: photos, symptoms and treatment in adults and children.

The prevalence of skin diseases among the population of the planet is quite large.One of the most common chronic skin disorders is called psoriasis - on average from 2 to 5%(in other studies - from 3 to 7%) the world population suffers from this type of dermatosis.Therefore, it is important to understand if psoriasis is transmitted from person to person, who is more predisposed to this skin disorder, how to avoid complications, there are effective ways to treat medicinal and popular remedies

What is it?

The systemic skin disease, characterized by the occurrence of pathological processes, with the exception of the skin, even in the nails, an internal organs, joints - one of the many definitions of psoriasis.This dermatological violation significantly reduces the patient's qualitative level of health, with a pernicious effect on metabolism (a process associated with metabolism) in the body, improves the symptoms of cardiovascular diseases and contributes to depressive conditions.Knowing its common name - squamous lichen, it is easy to guess how psoriasis is: skin eruptions in the form of papules (formation with a smooth smooth surface, the shape recalls the hemisphere, the color - pink) - in an initial small phase, with a stiletto head.After a while (several days), the popes are covered with stairs that are easily removed, they have a white silver shade.The type of patient skin with psoriasis in loved ones and others arouse interest, is contrast or not psoriasis?According to dermatologists, there is no danger to infect from other patients.The vector of disease microorganisms, to this type, is absent.The skin is influenced here (the upper layers die) - this is how the body reacts to external stimuli, physiological dysfunctions during the metabolism.

MKB-10 code

A detailed description of all types of psoriasis varieties, their characteristics are reported in the international classification of ICD 10 diseases (10th version of revision).Orlining a dermatological disease is reduced to the release of these types:

1. Simple (vulgar or bad).It is considered one of the most common among all the prevention of psoriasis is approaching 80-90%.We recognize from its events: a layer of white (gray) or white-white stairs is formed on a healthy skin, which are inspected and inflamed areas of the skin, which dry easily and exfolious.The skin areas under this stratification are very sensitive to lesions, subject to bleeding (they contain many smaller vessels), which is why they are called psoriatic plaques.By increasing in size, the plates can merge together, transforming themselves into a single point: "Paraffin Lake".These points can spread throughout the body.There is a simple psoriasis on the head, even in the hairy part, along the edge where hair growth ends.After a time (several months) of the "lakes", they tend to disappear, leaving a bleaching skin.Code MKB 10 - L40.0.
2. Point (in the shape of a drop, interrupted).This type of psoriasis has a slightly lower prevalence than the vulgar.A sudden manifestation is inherent in him: in patients, smaller dry eruptions that protrude over the skin have a round configuration (or a form of fall), a lilac or reddish tone.Code - L4.
3. Pustulelenia.It bears its name due to the appearance of pustules (bubbles) bombs that occur on the surface of healthy skin and contain exudate (fluid, sterile in the composition, it is a transdicular).Code-L1-3, L40.82.
4. Psoriasis of the nail plates.The plates of arms and legs are subject to damage: they become fragile, lose their natural color, thicken and delax.In addition, the result of the disease can be the loss of nails.The treatment is complicated due to the accumulation under the plate of dead cells of the epidermis, dirt and dust.A careful, scrupulous and long term of the nail plates is simply necessary.Code - L86.
5. Arthropathic.It is the "initiator" of the emergence of the inflammation process in the joints, also in the connective tissues of the body.First of all, small joints are more often sensitive to him: the phalanx of the fingers or legs swells.The exacerbation occurs in fresh (cold) and raw climate.This psoriasis is framed the occurrence of a serious form of the disease and even the creation of disability for the patient.Code - L5+.
6. The back or psoriasis of the flexible surfaces.Manifested externally in the form of a smooth, without peeling (or slightly) inflamed spots (with redness) of the skin.Location - In places of folds of the skin (in the area of the armpits, in the groin, in places of the internal surface of the thigh, etc.).Code-L83-4.
7. Erythrodermico.This type of psoriasis is characterized by the inflammatory process of the skin of the whole body, their peeling.It is often a consequence of the aggravated form of vulgar psoriasis, or excessive psychological stress, transferred a cold.Sometimes it occurs as a reaction to the alcohol taken.Code - L85.
8. Another psoriasis: this species includes all other atypical options for losses.Code - L8.

Causes

The base of psoriasis can be several factors within the framework of the theories of the formation of this type of dermatosis.

1. Genetics.It is not necessary to demonstrate whether psoriasis is contrast with a genetic predisposition.The genetic theory of psoriasis speaks only of an increased risk of manifestation of this dermatosis following a hereditary factor in man.
2. Violation of the hormonal background in the body (endocrine theory).The restorative (regenerative) functions of the tissues (skin) are lost due to the improper operation of the endocrine system.
3. The consequences of infections.During the treatment of infectious diseases, complications can begin, reflect directly on the skin (infectious theory) - loss of the skin of the ability to function normally after exposure to microorganisms, mushrooms, etc.
4. Violation of the metabolism (metabolic functions) of the body: skin disease started from the inadequate work of the circulatory system, for example lymphocytes are excessively concentrated in some areas of the skin.This also includes diabetes mellitus - it is with it that metabolic processes are significantly distorted.(Exchange theory).
5. Immunity.The inadequate work of the immune system leads to the impossibility of a correct reaction of the body to health threats.This also manifests itself through skin reactions.(Immune theory).

A series of reasons can be associated with the characteristics of an individual's life:

• irrational diet;
• abuse of psychoactive substances (alcohol, nicotine, etc.);
• improper use of medicines;
• Excessive mental stress, stress;
• A strong change in climatic conditions.

Symptoms and phases

The symptoms of psoriasis differ according to the stadium of the disease itself.There are 4 phases of psoriasis.

Initial.

In the initial phase, hands, stomach, back or other parts, individual psorial manifestations are evident: small papules, pink, with a brilliant and smooth surface.These are demonstrations of points, over time there is an increase in their number and position sites.

Progressive.

At this stage, the peeling of the skin is added to the symptoms - initially in the central part of the papules, which grow gradually, forming a colorful rose corolla.The shape of the areas damaged by the disease gradually acquires a different configuration (Kebner symptom).Itching is observed.The duration of the stage is about 2 weeks.

Stationary.

In terms of duration, it does not have specific time after it can go to the next phase (4th, regression) or return to the previous one (3rd, progress).New elements on the skin cease to appear, the growth of the existing plates slows down, stops at all.

Regressive.

The stage completes the cycle of the disease: peeling goes "to nothing", the plates become flat, they lose the swelling.The objects, as a rule, not atrophy and do not form scars.Although the areas subject to diseases lose their pigment (bleach), after time it passes.

In children

The occurrence of the disease in children is observed in rare cases.But at the same time, the course of psoriasis proceeds in a complicated shape: the skin shell is quickly covered with bubbles, almost the entire surface of the skin is captured.The bubbles contain a liquid (first - transparent, therefore it is cloudy), its tests show the presence of pathological cells.The therapeutic intervention should be an emergency.

In adults

Symptoms and treatment in adults are based on the characteristics of the course of the disease.Patients are fixed:

• the general state of physical weakening of the body;
• a feeling of non -gradual power and fatigue;
• The depression and experience of the depressive state.

A specific symptom depends on the type of psoriasis and its location on the skin.For example, on the legs, the manifestation of psoriasis is more often observed in the knees, the feet.With complications, the symptoms have improved by the Edema of the limbs.

Treatment

The pharmacological treatment of psoriasis is based on different approaches, depending on the characteristics of the disease.The means are used to normalize immunity (immunosuppression method);Agents who regulate the metabolism and reduce inflammatory manifestations (corticosteroids);It means reducing cell division functions and preventing tumors (cytostatic).As a means of direct exposure to the areas concerned, ointment from psoriasis on the skin is applicable.It is designed to face the dry skin and the effect of "tightening".A special place is occupied by non -hormonal ointments that affect the outbreaks of inflammation, but do not lead to an increase in hormonal background.

Ointments from psoriasis:

Non -hormonal influence:

• Zinc - It is an antiseptic, a means to dry and remove the inflammation process;
• Salicile - affects the best separation of the keratinized layer of the skin;

Hormonal exposure

The therapeutic effect is administered faster than the ointment (everyone aims to suppress itching, inflammation, allergies), but there are side effects.Patients are often offered ointment that eliminates psorial symptoms.An example is a biscuit drug: one of its components is used during the day, the other at night.The ointment includes natural components (lichens, earth mushrooms, rhubarb, thorny).Considering the treatment of psoriasis of hydrogen peroxide, the reviews are distributed according to the therapeutic effect obtained.In turn, it depends on the gravity and type of violation of the skin itself.Apply peroxide in 2 options:

• externally (compresses, lotions of interested areas);
• Internally (a drop of peroxide is added to several tablespoons of water, drunk half an hour before meals; even dig a few drops in the nose).

The therapeutic effect of hydrogen peroxide is effective in the early stages of psoriasis and if the disease is not launched.

Treatment of psoriasis with popular remedies at home

Numerous questions - how to take care of psoriasis at home, if the result of the treatment will be preserved in the event of the use of public funds - it is discussed by both specialists and patients themselves.Psoriasis is called disease with recurrence with a chronic form.Therefore, it is important to regulate its course: the complete cure is very complicated.Of popular remedies, the most effective are called:

• Tar (effective in the initial stages of dermatosis, relieves inflammation);
• Solidol (covers psoriasis without difficulty, is effective for nails and the area of soles);
• The soda (it affects the acid environment, in particular the skin - neutralizes the symptoms of psoriasis);
• Herbs (like a series of calandins, the level of inflammation of the psoriasis of the areas affected by psoriasis is reduced, improves the regeneration of the skin).

Make sure to keep track of the type of nutrition.The diet should provide for the balance of nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats) and not violate the metabolic characteristics of the sick.Natural allergens contained in food should be completely excluded.It is important to remember that the treatment of psoriasis should be complex.Its duration is determined both by the depth of damage to the body and from the stage of development.