Psoriasis 2e (PDF)

Psoriasis can be a difficult condition to live with. The more you know about it, the better prepared you will be to deal with it. This invaluable guide gives you medically accurate, practical information on the day-to-day management of the condition.



Psorasis: Answers at your Fingertips answers over 200 questions asked by people with psoriasis and their families. The expert authors pass on useful, easy-to-follow advice on living with the condition. They discuss the various treatments available, helping you to discover which work best for you, and suggest effective self-help routines.

Offers up-to-date positive and practical help

Explains psoriasis, so you have the knowledge to understand and manage your condition

Includes information on further sources of advice and support

Covers topics from work and holidays to relationships and other people's attitudes

Questions answered include:

Is psoriasis hereditary?

Does psoriasis frequently recur?

Does diet affect psoriasis?

Are there any known common causes of flare-ups?

Does biological powder make it worse?

Should I use soap?

Which moisturiser is the best to use?

What do steroids do?

What are the treatments for psoriatic arthropathy?

My daughter wants to get her ears pierced. Will this make her psoriasis worse?

What can I do to avoid embarrassment in personal relationships?

What are the best types of clothing to wear?

Will it hurt if I go swimming?

Are there any benefits we can claim?

Table of Contents:

Part 1 Introduction

Part 2 What is psoriasis?

Part 3 Different types of psoriasis

Part 4 What triggers psoriasis and what makes it worse?

Part 5 First-line treatments

Part 6 Second-line treatments

Part 7 Complementary therapy

Part 8 Children and psoriasis

Part 9 Feelings, family and friends

Part 10 Lifestyle and looks

Part 11 Practical concerns