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Dermatologist•Chennai
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From your history, I can infer that you have developed folliculitis on your scalp which is common with the use of coal tar shampoos that was prescribed to you. You may need some additional medicines or change of medicines to control both the conditions.
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D.D.V.L, F.A.C.S.I, M.B.B.S

Dermatologist•Delhi
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Psoriasis treatments aim to stop skin cells from growing so quickly and to remove scales. And diprovate would reduce cell production .also follow precaution for further control .avoid psoriasis triggers. Notice what triggers your psoriasis, and take steps to prevent or avoid them. Infections, injuries to your skin, stress, smoking,
medication allergies, diet and weather and intense sun exposure can all worsen psoriasis.
•avoid drinking alcohol. Alcohol consumption may decrease the effect...more
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D.D.V.L, F.A.C.S.I, M.B.B.S

Dermatologist•Delhi
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Psoriasis treatments aim to stop skin cells from growing so quickly and to remove scales. Avoid psoriasis triggers. Notice what triggers your psoriasis, and take steps to prevent or avoid them. Infections, injuries to your skin, stress, smoking, medication allergies, diet and weather and intense sun exposure can all worsen psoriasis.
•avoid drinking alcohol. Alcohol consumption may decrease the effectiveness of some psoriasis treatments. If you have psoriasis, avoid alcohol.
•strive to m...more
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BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Noida
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U can do the following to ease the symptoms of psoriasis
1. Prevent dry skin
Use a humidifier to keep the air in your home or office moist. This can help prevent dry skin before it starts.
Sensitive skin moisturizers are also great at keeping your skin supple and preventing plaques from forming.
2. Avoid fragrances
Most soaps and perfumes have dyes and other chemicals in them that may irritate your skin. They can make you smell great, but they also can inflame psoriasis.
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Asked for male, 57 years old from Sikar
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D.D.V.L, F.A.C.S.I, M.B.B.S

Dermatologist•Delhi
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In psoriasis immune system and genetics play major roles in its development. Usually,
something triggers like stress, injury to the skin, medication allergies, diet and weather and psoriasis flares.
The skin cells in people with psoriasis grow at an abnormally fast rate, which causes the buildup of psoriasis lesions. Psoriasis lesions are not infectious. Maintain skin hydration and follow treatment advised.
Psoriasis treatments aim to stop skin cells from growing so quickly and to re...more
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BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Noida
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You can do the following to ease the symptoms of psoriasis
1. Prevent dry skin
use a humidifier to keep the air in your home or office moist. This can help prevent dry skin before it starts.
Sensitive skin moisturizers are also great at keeping your skin supple and preventing plaques from forming.
2. Avoid fragrances
most soaps and perfumes have dyes and other chemicals in them that may irritate your skin. They can make you smell great, but they also can inflame psoriasis.more
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Asked for male, 27 years old from Karnal
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Homeopathy Doctor•Sindhudurg
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which medicines you are currently taking for Covid-19?
you can stop psoriasis treatment for few days.. i suggest you to take homeopathic treatment for scalp psoriasis, its completely curable by homeopathy
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Asked for male, 25 years old from Bangalore Rural
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don't worry.. alternate safe medicine available.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos
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BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Noida
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You can do the following to ease the symptoms of psoriasis
1. Prevent dry skin
use a humidifier to keep the air in your home or office moist. This can help prevent dry skin before it starts.
Sensitive skin moisturizers are also great at keeping your skin supple and preventing plaques from forming.
2. Avoid fragrances
most soaps and perfumes have dyes and other chemicals in them that may irritate your skin. They can make you smell great, but they also can inflame psoriasis.more
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