Psoriasis and eczema are both noncontagious common skin conditions. That have similar characteristics and effect people of all ages, sexes and races.
Psoriasis:
Psoriasis causes rapid skin cell reproduction resulting in red, dry patches of thickened skin. The dry flakes and skin scales are thought to result from the rapid buildup of skin cells. Psoriasis commonly affects the skin of the elbows, knees, and scalp.
Psoriasis is considered a non-curable, long-term (chronic) skin condition. It has a variable course, periodically improving and worsening. Sometimes psoriasis may clear for years and stay in remission. Some people have worsening of their symptoms in the colder winter months. Many people report improvement in warmer months, climates, or with increased sunlight exposure.
Psoriasis is not currently curable. However, it can go into remission and show no signs of disease. Ongoing research is actively making progress on finding better treatments and a possible cure in the future.
There are many effective treatment choices for psoriasis. The kind of treatment is individually determined by the treating physician and depends, in part, on the type of disease, the severity, and the total body area involved.
Physicians like to prescribe topical (skin applied) creams, lotions, and sprays may be very effective and safe to use. Occasionally, a small local injection of steroids directly into a tough or resistant isolated psoriasis plaque.
Steroidal creams can help clear the outbreak and the condition of the skin but often times leave the skin thinned and sensitized because of the steroids in the creams.
Exfolliating the skin is important to “sluff” off the excess skin that forms on the skin.
Eczema:
Eczema is a general term for many types of skin inflammation, also known as dermatitis. The most common form of eczema is atopic dermatitis. (some people use these two terms interchangeably).
Some people have such mild psoriasis (small, faint dry skin patches) that they may not even suspect that they have a medical skin condition. Others have very severe psoriasis where virtually their entire body is fully covered with thick, red, scaly skin. This skin condition is commonly found in infants and children.
Doctors do not know the exact cause of eczema, but a defect of the skin that impairs its function as a barrier, possibly combined with an abnormal function of the immune system, are believed to be an important factors. Studies have shown that in people with atopic dermatitis, there are gene defects that lead to abnormalities in certain proteins (such as filaggrin) that are important in maintaining the barrier of normal skin.
Some forms of eczema can be triggered by substances that come in contact with the skin, such as soaps, cosmetics, clothing, detergents, jewelry, or sweat. Environmental allergens (substances that cause allergic reactions) may also cause outbreaks of eczema. Changes in temperature or humidity, or even psychological stress, can lead to outbreaks of eczema in some people.
The goals for the treatment of eczema are to prevent itching, inflammation, and worsening of the condition. Treatment of eczema may involve both lifestyle changes and the use of medications. Treatment is always based upon an individual’s age, overall health status, and the type and severity of the condition.
Keeping the skin well hydrated through the application of creams or ointments (with a low water and high oil content) as well as avoiding over-bathing (see “Can eczema be prevented?” section) is an important step in treatment. Lifestyle modifications to avoid triggers for the condition are also recommended.
Corticosteroid creams are sometimes prescribed to decrease the inflammatory reaction in the skin. These may be mild- medium-, or high-potency corticosteroid creams depending upon the severity of the symptoms.
A great at home alternative for both conditions is:
What you will need: Original Listerine, Emu Oil and Vaseline
Take original Listerine and dab onto the affected area with a cotton ball! (REMEMBER: DO NOT DOUBLE DIP!) If more then one area is infected take a cupful of Listerine and pour into bath water. DO NOT fill the bathtub very full and DO NOT wash your body with soap, just soak your skin in the treated water.
Let air dry. DON’T towel off, let the antiseptic properties soak into the skin.
Use a few drops of Emu Oil mixed with a small amount of Vaseline on the infected area.
REMEMBER: Your body heals itself at night so try at night before bed.
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