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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Top tips for dealing with psoriasis
Caption: To mark Psoriasis Awareness Month, consultant dermatologist Dr Anjali Mahto has shared important information on the inflammatory skin disorder as well as useful tips to help manage it. What is psoriasis? "The outermost layer of our skin, known as the epidermis, continually sheds skin cells in order to replace them with new ones," Dr Mahto explains. “This increase in skin cell turnover is what leads to the symptoms that manifest as a result of the condition." What causes it? A number of factors can cause or trigger psoriasis, including a genetic condition, stress, and smoking. "The most common is that it is a genetic condition," the expert says. "If one of your parents or siblings has it, then you are much more likely to develop it when compared with someone with no family history of it.". What does it look like?. Psoriasis causes pink patches on the skin and can sometimes have a silvery scale on the surface. "They can be tender for some people as they can cause itching in some cases. Any area of the body can be affected, but the most common sites are elbows, knees and the scalp.". Can it be cured?. Psoriasis is a condition that can't be cured; however, it can be managed with treatments and medications. "Your specific treatment will depend on the severity of the condition and how it's affecting you. Some treatment options include steroid creams, medications, as well as phototherapy, which is a light treatment.". Can I treat it at home? There are several ways to manage psoriasis at home, for example, making sure you moisturise daily. "For those that suffer with scalp symptoms, there are medicated shampoos we can prescribe which can really help manage the condition.". Where can I find support?. "The British Skin Foundation is a good place to start. There is also the Psoriasis Association too.”. THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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