by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Skin Health
Psoriasis that occurs on the scalp is called scalp psoriasis. It can present as a single patch or as several patches. It can even involve the entire scalp. It can spread beyond the hairline on the face in the front, behind the ears, and on the neck. The American... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Health
As there is no cure for psoriasis and considering the ugly appearance of the psoriatic manifestations and skin changes, a patient of psoriasis does desperately look around for certain alternative modes of treatment. Medical treatments, which include topical... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Diseases and Conditions
To diagnose psoriasis, you do not require any special tests. Clinical history of the disease and the signs and symptoms give a fairly accurate diagnosis of psoriasis to the experienced dermatologist. The diagnosis is mainly clinical and the doctor rarely requires a... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Drugs and Supplements
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease involving multiple systems, but primarily affecting the skin and the joints. Topical application with steroids, vitamin D3 analogs or their combination remains the first line of treatment for mild to moderate cases. More... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Drugs and Supplements
What are biologic drugs? Biologics are called immunomodulatory drugs as they act by modulating the immune system. They are a newer type of injectable drugs and are manufactured proteins. They act by focusing on the specific function of the immune system, which leads... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Drugs and Supplements
What is Cyclosporine? Generic name: Cyclosporine A Brand name: Neoral, Gengraf, Sandimmune Cyclosporine or Ciclosporin (as it is sometimes spelled) is an immunosuppressant drug (suppresses the immunity of the body), similar in effectiveness to methotrexate. Besides... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Drugs and Supplements
What is Methotrexate? Brand name: Rheumatrex Methotrexate is a drug that belongs to a class of medications called antimetabolites. Methotrexate was originally developed as a chemotherapeutic drug for the treatment of cancer. It is a cytotoxic drug and considered a... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Drugs and Supplements
What are Retinoids? Retinoids are synthetic vitamin A chemical compounds, which regulate the growth of the epithelial skin cells and also affect the immune system. Retinoids play a key role in the maintenance of a relatively stable equilibrium of the immune system... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Skin Health
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin with no permanent cure. Its symptoms of pain and itching can put the patient in a lot of suffering. Mild cases can obtain relief with the use of over the counter or prescription topical creams and lotions.... by Dr. Sanjiv Khanse | Skin Health
Overview Phototherapy or light therapy for psoriasis uses light, natural and artificial, to control psoriasis symptoms. Light treatment cures the majority of the symptoms and is mainly used to treat psoriasis that is extensive. Its use is widespread and is also...
