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>>I would appreciate if someone can advise if there is any effective
>>treatment for Psoriasis.
>>Thanks
>>John Lin
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>>John Lin *** Save the planet, save the world ! ***
>John :
>I have suffered from Psoriasis for over 20 years, and have tried everything
>from UVB/Tar to steroids, to methotrexate and the new drug DOVONEX.
>I recommend you see a good dermatologist. If you know of none, contact the National Psoriasis
>Foundation.
>Methotrexate worked the best for me personally, but the liver side effects
>can be severe. DOVONEX also worked well when the psoriasis wasn't
>widespread. Also, for me, being out in the sun during the summer always
>helps.
>Feel free to contact me by e-mail if you need the phone number of the National Psoriasis Foundation,
>or any other information.
>Ken Ginsberg
I have also had psoriasis for most of my life (over 40 years). I went through
a multitude of home remedies, and my best recommendation is a good dermatologist.
I am currently taking PUVA treatments (a drug--Oxoralen combined with UV-A radiation.
It is very effective and give me a Riviera suntan with the blessing of the doctor. I've
just started using Dovonex, and have mixed feelings about it. It has made the lesions
very dry and therefore sore.
The National Psoriasis Foundation is a great resource for much information. The most
important element is to keep a good attitude. We're stuck with this stupid disease
for the rest of our lives. It's a constant battle, but "beauty is only skin deep"--even if
the skin is sort of flakey. Best wishes!!! ... andrea
info for PSORIASIS ?