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Hello all,
I have a problem with my hair that maybe someone could help me with. My hair is very thick and frizzy, and reaches mid-back when it is "stretched out". The problem is that I have a skin condition called psoriasis (with emphasis on the "sore" part), which I have on my elbows, neck, chin, nose, around my eyes (which affects my vision), and my scalp. These areas become red and patchy and the skin flakes. I've tried dandruff shampoos, but to no avail. It's difficult to put cortisone on my scalp because of the thickness of my hair.
Some people tell me that shaving my head and goatee would help, but it wouldn't, the bare areas of skin are still afflicted and besides,I keep my hair long and my goatee on because they look far better than my exposed skin would. I did have prescription meds for awhile, but the doctor wanted me to keep coming back for more appointments before he would continue my prescriptions. Whilst I look for a less crooked dermatologist, is there anyone out there who could offer me some helpful advice? It would be greatly appreciated. ;)
I know somebody with a certain kind of psoriasis that creates
red spots of various sizes...here & ther all over the body.
The dermatologist said it was VERY IMPORTANT to moiturize the
skin as much as possible. Also, that it probably is worse
in the winter.
Maybe artificial tears (eyedrops) can soothe skin around the eyes.
advice: go back to the dermatologist
I agree with Joe. Psoriasis is a condition not to be taken lightly. Dump your present MD if you wish but get a second opinion from another MD.
Important stuff!
I will, as soon as I find one that's (almost) as concerned with my well-being as (s)he is with my money. :)
Why is your doctor crooked because s/he wants you to keep having appointments ? - do you have to pay for appointments ?
All kinds of skin problems are hereditary in my family (acne, psoriasis, hydradinitis etc. etc.) but with correct medication and treatment none of us has to live with it. My mother's psoriasis got really bad but she perservered with the treatment and it is reduced 95%. I don't like recommending stuff on a board but her dermatologist recommended using a sun bed (within the correct time limits) in addition to the prescribed medication and it really helped.
Although stress and worry doesn't cause psoriasis (you have to be genetically predisposed to it) it can aggravate it, so try and look at ways to reduce stress in your life if you are able to.
This is much bigger than a haircare issue so please seek medical attention.
Good luck !
My insurance covers it, but I shouldn't have to make appointment after appointment to continue my prescription.
As in mine, as well.
I don't like recommending stuff on a board but her dermatologist recommended using a sun bed (within the correct time limits) in addition to the prescribed medication and it really helped.
I'm hesitant about doing that. Those treatments blast you with UV rays and melanoma runs rampant in my family (the fact that I'm fair-skinned w/ blonde hair doesn't help matters, either.)
I will. Thanks for your input!
My insurance covers it, but I shouldn't have to make appointment after appointment to continue my prescription.
As in mine, as well.
I don't like recommending stuff on a board but her dermatologist recommended using a sun bed (within the correct time limits) in addition to the prescribed medication and it really helped.
I'm hesitant about doing that. Those treatments blast you with UV rays and melanoma runs rampant in my family (the fact that I'm fair-skinned w/ blonde hair doesn't help matters, either.)
I will. Thanks for your input!
There are prescription medications in liquid form (what they call
lotions). Some are Elicon, Dovonex, Diprolene. They usually have a
thin nozzle which gets down to the scalp without getting any of the
stuff on the hair. But it's not bad stuff. Put it on before going
to bed at night. Get your derm to try the Dovonex first. It doesn't
work for everyone but a lot of people have had really good results
with it. And it's a vitamin D preparation so the most "natural."
On the other side, there's P&S Liquid, available from your pharm
without a prescription. It's a greasy liquid that you put on your
scalp at night and wash out the next day. It softens the scabs
so they wash out. Sort of messy but works pretty well.
BTW -- we call it piss-oriasis.