Psoriasis in Huntington Beach, CA

Symptoms and signs of psoriasis include:

• Red, inflamed patches of skin
• Dry skin that can crack and bleed
• Soreness around affected area
• White or silvery scales on affected area
• Itching and burning sensation around the affected area
• Inflamed or swollen joints near the affected area

At this time, there is no cure for psoriasis, but symptoms can be managed through a variety of treatment options.

These treatments are intended to reduce inflammation, prevent psoriasis flare-ups, and slow the growth of your skin cells. Your treatment plan can fall into one or more of four categories: topical treatments, light therapy, prescribed medications, or biologics. Treatments may come with potential side effects.

The most common psoriasis treatments are:

• Topical corticosteroids: Topical cream to reduce inflammation and redness.
• Moisturizers: Used to moisturize the affected area to heal and prevent red, dry patches of skin.
• Salicylic acids: Commonly used for acne, the use of salicylic acid helps to soften and remove psoriasis scales.
• UV Light therapy: Form of light therapy involving rays of UV light.
• Sunlight therapy: Form of light therapy involving natural sunlight.
• Methotrexate: An immunosuppressive drug that inhibits the enzyme that grows skin cells.
• Cyclosporine: An immunosuppressive drug that stops the specific immune cells that trigger the production of new skin cells from overworking.
• Retinoids: A systemic medication that treats and prevents psoriasis flare-ups.
• Biologics: Injectable medications such as Cosentyx®, Skyrizi® and Tremfya® that target the specific part of the immune system driving psoriasis, rather than suppressing it broadly. Usually considered for moderate to severe psoriasis, or when other treatments have not controlled it.

Here at Z-Dermatology & Skin Wellness Center, we are dedicated to finding the best treatment plan for you and your lifestyle. While there is no cure for psoriasis, these treatments are ultimately intended to minimize the effects of psoriasis on your skin and life. For more information on psoriasis or to request an appointment, please don’t hesitate to contact us today at (714) 951-9119.