articles about psoriasis
This section contains articles about psoriasis written by doctors, specialists, journalists and individuals from professional bodies and organisations. To read a specific article, click on the underlined heading.
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| Epaderm® Cream has been voted ‘Overall Pharmacy Product of the Year’, by independent pharmacists, in the Pharmacy Product of the Year awards, run by Independent Community ... | Skin disease research charity the British Skin Foundation is taking the battle against skin disease in children to the airwaves by producing a series of radio shows aimed at children ... | Don't be afraid to bare your soul in skin season: start the conversation now! CSPA launches new tool in recognition of the Canadian Dermatology Association’s 86th Annual ... | ||
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| Results of a recent survey revealing that 94 percent of GPs don't have sufficient time to ask psoriasis sufferers what impact the condition is having on a patient's life, are worrying ... | The Sun warned today that “kids as young as eight are suffering crippling arthritis-like pain from using consoles and phones.” It said that experts have called for warnings to be shown on ... | Moderate to severe psoriasis is an independent risk factor for a variety of adverse pregnancy outcomes, according to Dr. Jennifer C. Cather. Yet much remains unknown about ... | ||
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| Extremely obese children and have higher prevalence of psoriasis higher heart disease risk |
Children who are overweight or obese have a significantly higher prevalence of psoriasis, and teens with psoriasis, regardless of their body weight, have higher cholesterol levels, according to a Kaiser Permanente study published online in the Journal of Pediatrics. The study findings suggest that higher heart disease risk for patients with psoriasis starts in childhood ... |
| Psoriasis linked to more severe hypertension |
Dermatologists have found that people who have high blood pressure as well as psoriasis, a condtion that causes patches of irritated, itchy red skin, are more likely to have more severe high blood pressure and require more medications to control it than people without psoriasis. The association between high blood pressure and psoriasis is an active area of investigation ... |
| Psoriasis study will target stress and state of mind |
People with psoriasis could benefit from a new study that aims to improve symptoms through the psychological concept of ‘mindfulness’. Researchers at The University of Manchester will be asking 40 volunteers with psoriasis to participate in a therapy group to help reduce their stress levels, and to see if this has a positive impact on the severity of their disease ... |
| Psoriasis patients: benefit of long-established treatments |
U-M doctors stress a balanced approach, but note older therapies can offset risks, costs of ‘biologics’. ANN ARBOR, Mich. — For patients with severe psoriasis, a new class of intravenous and injectable biological medicines known as “biologics” has brought about a near revolution in treatment. But doctors at the University of Michigan Health System note that patients and ... |
| NICE recommends golimumab for psoriatic arthritis |
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has today issued final guidance recommending golimumab (Simponi) for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis. Golimumab joins a list of treatment options already recommended by NICE for this condition. The guidance recommends golimumab as an option for treating active and progressive psoriatic arthritis ... |
| Severe psoriasis linked to adverse cardiovascular events |
| Psoriasis is a common inflammatory skin disease, and if severe, has been demonstrated to be a risk factor for cardiovascular (CV) disease. However, the degree to which psoriasis is associated with major adverse cardiac events (MACE), such as heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death has not been defined. Now, new research from the University of Pennsylvania School ... |
| On course with Phil Mickelson |
URMC Rheumatologist, pro-golfer Phil Mickelson, together shed light on psoriatic arthritis. Today, world class pro-golfer and psoriatic arthritis patient Phil Mickelson, in partnership with both Amgen and Pfizer, Inc., launched “On Course with Phil,” a disease education program for people with certain chronic inflammatory joint and skin conditions. The program seeks to ... |
| Patients play key role in improving treatment outcomes |
American Academy of Dermatology's newest psoriasis guidelines stress importance of individulized treatment plans - patients play a key role in improving treatment outcomes. SCHAUMBURG, ILL. (Feb. 15, 2011) – Building on the evidence-based findings of five previously published guidelines of care that examine the use of a variety of medical therapies for the ... |
| Herbal medicine practitioners are to be regulated |
The College of Medicine today welcomed the announcement of statutory regulation for herbal practitioners. The College of Medicine believes that statutory regulation is vital if UK herbal practitioners are to continue to practise and prescribe in compliance with new EU regulations. This decision will ensure good practice and the provision of safe products for the thousands ... |
| Enbrel significantly improves plaque psoriasis |
| Amgen and Pfizer Inc. announced results from a new trial that demonstrated Enbrel (etanercept) significantly improved scalp involvement in adult patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, compared with placebo. The data will be presented today at the 69th Annual American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) meeting in New Orleans, La. “At least half of people with ... |
| Stress can take a toll on your skin |
How does stress affect my skin? Dermatologists are often asked the seemingly innocent question "Is this caused by stress?" For my patients with skin cancer, the answer is a simple no. For my patients with a host of other conditions, very often it is yes -- sort of. Doctors typically have a much broader definition of stress than our patients. Anything that puts a physiologically ... |
| Low socioeconomic status increases depression risk |
| A recent study confirmed that low socioeconomic status (SES) is associated with higher risk of depressive symptoms in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Statistically significant differences in race, public versus tertiary-care hospital, disability and medications were found between depressed and non-depressed patients. Study findings are reported in the February ... |
| Psoriasis and obesity linked |
| In the April 2011 issue of JAMA journal, Archives of Dermatology, a study will be printed connecting psoriasis to metabolic syndrome elements highlighting obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes and high total cholesterol and triglycerides as linked features. There are five types of psoriasis: plaque, guttate, inverse, pustular and erythrodermic. The most common form, ... |
| Study to tackle physical & psychological needs |
New psoriasis study will tackle physical and psychological needs of patients. A £2 million study has been launched at The University of Manchester aiming to improve the care of people with psoriasis. The five-year IMPACT Programme (Identification and Management of Psoriasis Associated ComorbidiTy) has received a National Institute of Health Research ... |
| Romantic survey results |
The Centre for Appearance Research (CAR), based at the University of the West of England, Bristol conducted a study exploring the experiences of developing romantic relationships from the perspective of young people with visible differences (Griffiths, Williamson & Rumsey, in preparation). A visible difference is the visible effect of a skin condition, scar, burn, cleft ... |
| NICE improves access to drug treatments |
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has extended the range of drugs that NHS healthcare professionals can prescribe for people who have active and progressive psoriatic arthritis. In its updated guidance, NICE advises healthcare professionals to prescribe infliximab (Remicade), etanercept (Enbrel) or adalimumab (Humira) if: ... |
| Phil Mickelson's arthritis shocks golf world |
| Golf star Phil Mickelson announced August 10 2010 that he has been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, an inflammatory and potentially debilitating condition that in his case came on quite suddenly, leaving him nearly crippled earlier this summer. "Every joint in my body started to hurt to where I couldn't move," he told a press conference, reported the New York Times ... |
| Free psoriasis association podcasts |
| The Psoriasis Association announce the 5 podcasts regarding psoriatic arthritis which you can download and listen to. The podcasts take the form of interviews, with Dr Philip Helliwell, rheumatology nurse Charlie Davis, and patient Elizabeth Maw, to cover all aspects of the condition; symptoms, treatments, everyday living, medical appointments, and upcoming ... |
Obesity in adulthood associated with psoriatic arthritis |
Among persons with psoriasis, those who reported being obese at age 18 had an increased risk of developing psoriatic arthritis, according to a report in the July 19 2010 issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. Ppsoriatic arthritis is a specific type of arthritis that develops in the joints of some patients who have psoriasis. According to background ... |
New studies reveal impact of most common diseases |
New research into a range of common skin diseases affecting hundreds of thousands of Britons will this week reveal the true impact of the conditions on the lives of patients. A series of studies, presented at the British Association of Dermatologists’ conference in Manchester (6-8 July 2010), shows the influence that diseases such as acne, eczema and ... |
| Comparison: Betesil® versus Daivobet®/Dovobet® |
A clinical trial is underway to compare the efficacy and safety of
Betesil® medicated plaster versus Daivobet®/Dovobet® ointment in the
treatment of chronic plaque psoriasis. The primary aim of the study is to evaluate
the efficacy of Betesil® (IBSA-Institut Biochimique S.A.) medicated
plaster as compared to the reference drug, Daivobet®/Dovobet® ... |
| Dead Sea salts for use in the treatment of psoriasis |
| An ancient holistic treatment for relief from Psoriasis is gaining new popularity as more people who have psoriasis and eczema turn to natural methods of getting relief. The natural treatment recreates the water conditions of the famous Dead Sea in the user's bath. The effects of using mineral-rich Dead Sea salts to get relief is has been discussed on a CNN broadcast ... |
| Dara Torres teams up with National Psoriasis Foundation |
| Olympic swimmer Dara Torres has teamed up with the National Psoriasis Foundation to launch a national public service announcement to raise awareness that psoriasis is a serious disease of the immune system and not just a cosmetic condition. Torres has lived with psoriasis for nearly 20 years and is the first Olympic athlete to speak out about the disease ... |
| LeAnn Rimes brings battle with psoriasis to centre stage |
| According to US New Health, singer LeAnn Rimes hit her lowest points when her psoriasis was so bad she actually started bleeding on stage! LeAnn Rimes has teamed up with the American Academy of Dermatology and the National Psoriasis Foundation to be a spokeswoman for the Stop Hiding from Psoriasis awareness campaign ... |
| Scientists put psoriasis drugs to the test |
| Clinical trials to test the effectiveness of two prescription drugs for the debilitating skin condition psoriasis have revealed significant differences that should help inform physicians treating patients with the condition. Researchers at The University of Manchester compared the drugs etanercept and ustekinumab ... |
| Flaky skin - living with eczema and psoriasis |
| Most people will have a rash or minor skin irritation at some point in their lives. But for some, an unbearable itch becomes a way of life. Some people suffer from conditions like eczema and psoriasis which make their skin dry, red, itchy, scaly and can make them terribly self-conscious. They also face a daily battle to control the problem ... |
| Study reveals new role of vitamin C in skin protection |
| Scientists have uncovered a new role played by Vitamin C in protecting the skin. Researchers at the University of Leicester and Institute for Molecular and Cellular Biology in Portugal studied new protective properties of vitamin C in cells from the human skin, which could lead to better skin regeneration ... |
| Psoriasis - the naked truth |
| Around 5.1 million people suffer from psoriasis in Europe, with the worldwide figure believed to be around 80 million. 19 of those have now been photographed by Ralf Tooten and included in an exhibition to be shown throughout Europe. The exhibition “The Naked Truth” wants to display the physical and emotional impact psoriasis has on daily life ... |
| International guidlines for treatment of psoriatic arthritis |
| Rheumatologists, dermatologists, and patient advocates have come together to publish the first-ever international guidelines for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis, a disease that mainly affects people who have psoriasis but also some people without it. The guidelines by the Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis have been presented ... |
| New study shows smoking increases risk of psoriasis |
| Another disease can be added to the list of smoking-related disorders – psoriasis. Researchers have found that smoking increases the risk of developing psoriasis, heavier smoking increases the risk further, and the risk decreases only slowly after quitting. The results have been published in the November 2007 issue of The American Journal of Medicine ... |
| The teen project - interim report - March 2006 |
| Research has highlighted the potentially severe and disabling psychological impacts associated with psoriasis. These include, low self esteem, anxiety, depression and impaired social functioning. The Teen Skin Project aims to design studies which directly ask young people to discuss and reflect on their experience of having Psoriasis ... |
| Dithranol research |
| Scientists at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, studying the effects of a drug used in the treatment of a distressing skin condition, have found that it is actually killing off the cells which are the cause of the problem. The team believe the discovery represents a major step towards enabling the design of better treatments for Psoriasis ... |
| Drug breakthrough for psoriasis sufferers |
| An international team led by a dermatologist at The University of Manchester has found that treatment with the emerging drug infliximab, marketed as Remicade, can quickly and significantly improve psoriasis symptoms. Infliximab blocks the activity of 'tumour necrosis factor alpha' (TNF-alpha), a protein involved in inflammation ... |
| Flower essence remedies |
| Flowers are the most delightful expression of the natural world. Nature has provided us with the most stunning variety of flowering plants not only to delight us by lifting our spirits but also by giving each plant species specific therapeutic values. A quality that the ancient peoples were acutely aware of and utilised to the full ... |
| Aromacaring psoriasis factsheet |
| Aromacaring is run by Jane Ellwood, who explains how essential oils fit into the psoriasis care routine. After qualifying in aromatherapy, Jane now works as an aromatherapist in residential, nursing and community homes, in palliative care, and with clients who have learning disabilities including challenging behaviour, Autism and Asperger Syndrome ... |
| A deeper understanding of psoriasis |
| Most common on the knees, scalp, legs and tors. The constant flaking, itching and scaling of the affected areas, which characterises psoriasis, affects 1% of the population and is the result of skin cells that have gone into overdrive, reproducing a thousand times faster than normal. Written by Susan Clark, award-winning UK health journalist, author & broadcaster ... |
| Treating psoriasis with western herbs |
| Herbal treatment is recognised as a particularly effective treatment for chronic and acute skin conditions, and psoriasis is certainly no exception. Medicinal herbs contain a wide variety of plant constituents that can be taken together to enhance the required medicinal action. Most herbs are veritable medicine cabinets offering several valuable actions for the price of one ... |
| 'Gene hunt' breakthrough |
| A gene hunt being carried out at the University of Leicester for a skin disorder that affects over one million people in the UK alone has made a new breakthrough which could lead to the design of new and more targeted drugs.The research team in the University of Leicester's Department of Genetics, investigated Psoriasis - an inflammatory skin condition - for a number of years. ... |
| Reflexology for psoriasis |
| Reflexology is a complementary therapy working on the feet or sometimes the hands. The reflexologist uses specific movements with their hands to access their client's reflex points found on the feet or hands. By covering all these points, the reflexologist can encourage the body's natural healing response which in turn may help alleviate a multitude of health conditions ... |
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