Thursday, May 22, 2014

Psoriasis and homeopathic medicine for it

It is a type of skin  disorder  and caused  by the over reaction of our immune system. Our body has T cells (a type of white blood cells) and it protect  our body from  certain infections  and diseases  .   They are put into an over-action mode along with other immune responses in psoriasis condition.  Fast production  of immature skin cells  and over response  of  immune leads to inflammation. The production of skin cells  takes about a one month before they mature, it may occur in only a few days in psoriasis condition. It is a non contagious and chronic skin condition and produces round size  dry skin  patches  of varying size  and   white, gray, or silvery-white scales.  In most  cases , remissions and exacerbations  are common. Every 25- 30 days human skin sheds it’s  layer. The skin is itching for the cause of dry scales penetrates your superficial skin layer. Homeopathic medicine can help to cure these diseases.  
Causes of psoriasis -- It has no definite cause of psoriasis and it’s immune system mistakenly targets its own healthy cells.

Predisposting factors:
Genetic predisposting factors – Family history is the positive factors for the predisposting.
General aggravating factors – Emotional and physical stress aggravate psoriasis in winter season and it increase in dryness.
Environmental factors - Local trauma, infections, alcohol, steroid, skin irritants, withdrawal     etc.

Myths and facts:
The first myths- when the condition is limited to a few patches and if treated early psoriasis  can be cured. But in chronic case the lesions are widespread it can be cured or put into remission.
The second myths- It is not contagious and child may be predisposed genetically. The children be treated, recovery and cure as soon as possible.
The third myths -- They  may produce several adverse effects  for the cause of effective in the long term and that causes stretch marks and systemic absorption, skin atrophy, hypo-pigmentation.
The fourth myths- Lubricating item such as external uses creams are help for the dry plaques  and it occur temporary  relief. The creams may contain natural or herbal.
Homeopathy for psoriasis – Psoriasis treatment is not so simple to prescribe. It requires deep constitutional analysis. It needs  the disease history, family medical history, physical and mental symptoms of the patient. Homeopathy is successful for psoriasis patients.
Treat the skin with a lot of care- Use mild hot water, non fragrant soaps. Use  mild non fragrant shampoo, non fragrant olive oil. Should use cotton cloths and wear well fitting dress. In winter season  avoid to the winter cold and dryness.

Homeopathic medicine for psoriasis: Following homeopathic medicine can be applied in such diseases.
  • Sulphur
  • Graphites 
  • Kali arsenicum
  •  Kali sulphuricum
  •  Mezereum

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