Psoriasis ; Flexural and Erythrodermic
Has anyone experienced both of these types of psoriasis at the same time? Just to brush up on what they are:
Flexural, or Inverse, appears as smooth inflamed patches of skin. It occurs in skin folds.
Erythrodermic involves the widespread inflammation and exfoliation of the skin over most of the body surface.
A dermatologist did a biopsy on hubby and called in with diagnoses of psoriasis, but the Dr appt isn't until 3 more days. I have been reading up on symptoms and it appears hubby has at least 2 kinds. His scalp and ears are also itchy and flaking, but I don't know if that is a 3rd type, or part of the
Erythrodermic.
Any first hand knowledge, or professional (Doctor or Nurse, etc) would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Answer:Ask about the side effects of any treatments offered, and even if the doctor expects any improvement after using them. I went to doctors for years, and they would give me one treatment after another 'just to see' if it would help me. None did. And the potential side effects are worse than having psoriasis. The only thing that helps me is plenty of sun exposure (no sunscreen), staying calm as possible, avoiding constipation and drinking green tea. Please don't let him waste as many years as I did being a lab experiment and money machine. I have experienced both types, and a third that affects my fingernails and toenails. Currently I am am almost completely clear and have been so for about 2-3 years. In case the doctors tell you it's just a cosmetic problem, it's actually a problem with the immune system. Don't expect the doctors to agree with much of what I've told you. There is no profit in helping people to get healthy and stay that way. I guess some of them do believe they are doing the best they can for you, though.
BTW--a nit comb is excellent for removing buildup from the scalp. It should be used in the shower after your head has been wet for a few minutes (use with conditioner). Also, a hot hair dryer directed at the plaques will stop vicious itching. Just don't overdo it and use unscented lotion afterwards.
Yes I have experience both, and still do, my shins, elbows, ears, and head, my ex co-worker has them too, but she also had them on her fingers. It's stress related. To stop the itch use vasoline around it for now until his doctor prescribes something for it, for his head use T-Gel for Psoriasis helps stop the itch on scalp.