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If You Have Psoriatic Arthritis

  • Posted on April 25, 2011 at 3:41 pm

Approximately 10- 30% of severe psoriasis suffers have an associated arthritis, effecting the joints, ankles, ligaments, tendons, lower back pain, neck pain and stiffness. The symptoms can affect joints on one or both sides of the body. Damage caused by psoriatic arthritis can be progressive and permanent. Usually psoriasis of the skin appears on average about ten years prior to developing arthritis or it can be as little as three months. However, this is not always the case as it can precede psoriasis.

Psoriatic arthritis can leave affected fingers and toes with a sausage like appearance.

Treating Psoriatic Arthritis

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) used to reduce and control joint swelling, stiffness, and pain. These would include aspirin, ibuprofen, or those requiring a prescription.

Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs) are available by prescription only. Used for the most severe swelling and pain. These would include methotrexate, cyclosporine, and sulfasalazine

What Is Psoriasis The Symptoms

There is no cure for psoriasis. It is not contagious. It is a chronic condition where skin cells pile up, which at times may go into remission.

  • A skin condition commonly recognized by raised red patchy areas.
  • Severely dry and cracked skin
  • Burning skin
  • Itching that can lead to sores,
  • Flaking
  • Maroonish spots on the body
  • Breaks in the skin
  • Silvery patches
  • Crumbling nails
  • Lesions

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease, although the symptoms can be mild to severe, it is not life threatening. On the scalp, it can be remindful of dandruff. However, it can cover a large surface area over the body. Flare-ups sometimes attributed to stress or other health problems. Many who have the condition prefer to cover the affected area with clothing because of embarrassment.

The condition is no respecter of age or sex. Anyone can be stricken; affecting the elbows, scalp, knees, and even around the genital area. A small number of those suffering from Psoriasis will go on to develop Psoriatic Arthritis. Skin associated with the disease can quickly become dry and cracked. Severe itching and soreness can be common. Nails can become thick and break easily.

There is no one type of psoriasis but several.

Types Of Psoriasis

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Skin care Tips Benefits Of Virgin Organic Coconut Oil

  • Posted on May 1, 2010 at 6:03 am

Coconut oil is a natural eye makeup remover and face moisturizer. Keeping the skin hydrated is the most important step in preventing dry skin. It conditions (lubricates) and treats dry breaking eyelashes. To remove eye makeup apply to the face and wipe with a towel or tissue.

It is an organic skin care product that does not contain toxins like:    
     

Lead a neurotoxin (found in lipsticks)  
Paraben found in moisturizers and lipsticks (linked to breast and testicular cancer)    
Propylene Glycol used in soaps (can damage the central nervous system)    
Phthalates an ingredient in nail polish (may effect fertility)     
          
It is so safe, it can be taken internally.

Coconut Oil is a good all over body moisturizer. It is especially benefiting for problem dry skin on the hands, feet and elbows. It will remedy rough and cracked skin caused by the harsh winter months. Use about twice a day during winter season.

Use to heal burns fast and help reduce inflammation. Can be used for and relieves conditions such as:

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