Exacerbation of psoriasis is a problem that those who suffer from this ailment periodically have to face. It is very difficult to completely eliminate the disease, so you need to adapt to the existing conditions. Exacerbations in most cases occur in winter and autumn. During this period, a person lacks nutrients, vitamins, sunlight. The immune system weakens, and the body becomes vulnerable.
In summer, in most cases, the sun's rays have a positive effect on the skin. But there are forms of psoriasis in which exacerbations occur precisely in the summer. In such a situation, doctors recommend avoiding direct ultraviolet rays on the skin.
Factors contributing to the exacerbation of psoriasis
Forewarned means armed. If you know what causes are likely to lead to an exacerbation, you can significantly improve the quality of life. Most often , provocateurs become:
- increased physical activity;
- emotional turmoil, stress;
- various infectious diseases;
- disorders of the endocrine system;
- climate change;
- improper nutrition;
- smoking and alcohol;
- long-term use of certain medications;
- reaction to household chemicals or cosmetics.
Pregnancy can also lead to an exacerbation of psoriasis. Most often, problems arise not during gestation, but after the birth of a child. Studies show that in about 80% of cases, signs of psoriasis appear. And only 20% manage to avoid them. Exacerbation after childbirth is complicated by the fact that drug therapy is not recommended during this period.
How to relieve the exacerbation of psoriasis?
The disease requires a comprehensive approach. The reasons are very different, so only a specialist will choose the most effective therapy. In general, several treatment options are combined at once:
- specially selected diet;
- taking medications (externally and internally);
- physiotherapy.
There are also folk ways to treat psoriasis. But this option should be treated with caution. Before use, you need to consult with your doctor.
But the main goal is prevention. In order to prolong the state of remission and improve the quality of life, it is necessary to exclude as much as possible the factors that lead to exacerbation. Properly selected nutrition, exclusion of alcohol and cigarettes from your life, reduction of physical and emotional stress will help to avoid problems.
The most effective way is to treat psoriasis in a sanatorium
Sanatorium treatment will be an excellent help to the body in a dangerous period. Specialists of the sanatorium AMAKS "Shahter", located in Essentuki, are ready to offer their help. In 99% of cases, we manage to relieve the exacerbation and prolong remission. Healthy nutrition and walks in the fresh air — that's what the body needs to replenish its strength.
In the sanatorium, you can get not only high-quality medical treatment, but also undergo a course of physiotherapy, which includes:
- water treatments;
- therapeutic baths;
- applications.