Psoriasis on the elbows is the most common form of pathology, in which the elbows are "decorated" with characteristic plaques. Most often, the disease is diagnosed in middle-aged people.
Causes of psoriasis on the elbows
The exact cause of the pathology, unfortunately, still remains unidentified. Nevertheless, we can distinguish provoking factors:
- heredity - while the disease is more often transmitted through a generation;
- dysfunction of the endocrine system, leading to a metabolic disorder;
- depressive state, stress;
- frequent infectious diseases of the upper respiratory tract;
- decreased immunity;
- trauma to the skin surface.
Psoriasis on the elbows, as on other parts of the body, is marked by a pronounced seasonality. Usually relapse occurs in the autumn-winter period.
How to treat psoriasis on the elbows?
Treatment of psoriasis on the elbows is symptomatic, since it is impossible to completely get rid of pathology. To eliminate the symptoms and prevent an exacerbation, complex therapy is used. The program includes the following areas:
- use of local effects - ointments, lotions, creams;
- the use of vitamin complexes;
- physiotherapy;
- photochemotherapy.
To relieve the itching and softening of the plaques, it is recommended to lubricate the affected areas with vitaminized ointments based on lanolin. Among the effective tools can be noted:
- Antipsor;
- Kartalin;
- Acrythal.
In severe stages, corticosteroid preparations are indicated. For a short time, hormonal ointments can be prescribed.
It is recommended to sanatorium treatment, using special water procedures. A good effect is given by radon and rap baths, therapeutic mud. Quartz or ultraviolet irradiation often leads to prolonged remission.
Long-term relief can bring and folk remedies for psoriasis on the elbows. For example, many patients use celandine, from which they prepare a decoction and add to the bath. Before using folk remedies for psoriasis on the elbows, it is advisable to consult a dermatologist to make sure the remedy is safe.
In addition, patients with diagnosed psoriasis should get rid of the habit of smoking, do not consume alcohol-containing drinks and adhere to a diet without sharp, fried and fatty foods. Only in this case can the risk of relapse be reduced.