Treating scalp psoriasis Treatments are often combined and rotated because a person's psoriasis may become less responsive to medications after repeated use. Systemic treatments are not commonly used just for scalp psoriasis but may be used if psoriasis is present elsewhere on the body and/or the psoriasis is moderate to severe. Mild scalp psoriasis Tar products and salicylic acid generally work for very mild scalp psoriasis. There are many coal tar and noncoal tar medicated shampoos for treating scalp lesions on the market. Remember, medicated shampoos are designed for the scalp, not the hair, so leave it on the scalp before washing it out. Suitable commercial brands include Neutrogena T Gel shampoo. Moderate to severe scalp psoriasis If you have a more severe case of scalp psoriasis, you may need to try different treatment plans before you find the one that works for you. The doctor might need to be consulted for a compounded cream to use overnight containing coal tar and salicylic acid. There is a recently subsidised shampoo for severe psoriasis called Clobex, which is a prescription item. This powerful cortisone shampoo is often very effective at thinning out the psoriasis and relieving the itch. For those where this is still not enough, dermatologists have access to oral retinoid capsules that can be very helpful along with other physical therapies especially for localised psoriasis. BEAUTY 66 Pindara Magazine 2016
Pindara Private Hospital Magazine - Issue Seven
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