Noncommunicable diseases are not transmitted from person to person. They have, as a rule, a chronic form and slowly progress, while for a long time they negatively affect human health. During treatment, the goal is first to stop the destructive effect of harmful factors, and then, if possible, completely "cleanse" the body.
Noncommunicable diseases are, for example, cardiovascular, oncological ailments. Psoriasis also belongs to this group, it is not transmitted from person to person. This is a chronic ailment that affects the skin.
Most often manifests itself at a young age, however, it can appear in the elderly and in children. Both women and men are equally affected by it.
Features of guttate psoriasis
Psoriasis has several types. This is not a rare skin disease. One of its varieties is guttate psoriasis.
It appears suddenly and can be confused with manifestations of allergic reactions. Small papules form on the skin, the shape of which resembles a drop. The size of the spot does not exceed 1 centimeter in diameter, however, over time, they can grow and merge into plaques, covering large areas of the skin on the human body. Papules are red, possibly even purple. At the same time, there is also a scaly crust at the edges. Most often, the papules cover the hips, but can also occur on any other area of the skin. The least likely manifestation of psoriasis is on the feet, face and palms.
Causes of Psoriasis
One of the main reasons is a hereditary predisposition to the disease. However, there are other prerequisites:
- Violations of the nervous system.
- Psychological breakdowns.
- The presence of infectious diseases: streptococcal and staphylococcal infections.
- Metabolic disease.
- Viral infections.
- Weakened immunity.
- Cold intolerance.
Any of the listed reasons can provoke the appearance of drop-shaped psoriasis.
Symptoms of the disease
In most cases, drop-shaped psoriasis appears in adolescents. The disease can provoke an infectious disease, for example, it can be otitis media, tonsillitis. The first symptoms appear 3-5 days after recovering from an infectious disease.
Drop-like psoriasis begins with the appearance of several spots on the skin, they can appear on any part of the human body, while causing severe itching.
Psoriasis itself does not go away, most often it goes into a chronic form. It happens that papules disappear in one place on their own, but just as easily they can appear in another.
Teardrop-shaped psoriasis can pass on its own as a child grows up, but this is a small chance.
A qualified dermatologist can easily diagnose such an ailment. However, in order to exclude the likelihood of another disease, for example, pink lichen, a sow is taken from the throat to group A streptococcus. Its presence means that the existing malaise in a person is drop-shaped psoriasis.
Psoriasis Treatment
The course of healing the body will be long and laborious. To begin with, the doctor finds out the cause of the rash. Only with its establishment can you get high-quality treatment.
First, the reason that triggered the onset of the disease is eliminated, and then a course of wellness procedures is prescribed that will help cleanse the skin of the "rash" and restore the body.
Teardrop-shaped psoriasis requires an integrated approach to treatment. A strict diet is prescribed for the patient to normalize the metabolism in the body.
The main areas of treatment are PUVA therapy and plasmapheresis.
PUVA therapy is a procedure in which the affected areas of the body are exposed to ultraviolet radiation in conjunction with the use of local medicines. Irradiation is carried out only under the strict supervision of the attending physician.
Plasmapheresis - purification of blood from harmful substances. Passing this procedure helps to reduce relapses and well relieves the exacerbation of the disease. The basis of this method is the administration of immunomodulating drugs. They do not allow the cell to divide, and therefore the affected areas of the skin are reduced.
Also used are such methods of treatment for psoriasis:
- Physiotherapy treatment.
- Supporting the body through the adoption of vitamin complexes.
- Prescribing drugs to maintain the immune system.
- The use of drugs with monoclonal antibodies.
There are many ointments and gels for external use, which are prescribed when a person has teardrop-shaped psoriasis. Treatment is carried out in conjunction with a diet, further proper nutrition is necessary.
The psychological state of the patient
Psoriasis affects not only the physical state, but also the psychological one. A person with such a disease becomes more withdrawn, begins to worry more about his appearance, loses social connections in society. Therefore, it is necessary to provide friendly support to such people. For better social adaptation, it is advisable for the patient to get rid of the external signs of the disease, drugs containing monoclonal antibodies can help with this. Such agents block certain cells of the immune system that affect the development of the disease.
Monoclonal antibodies for psoriasis
Such bodies have one progenitor cell, they come from a cell clone. These are antibodies that recognize certain antigens and attach to them. Thus, they draw the attention of the immune system to the “enemy”. The body independently gets rid of antigens. At the same time, monoclonal antibodies affect only “sick” cells, without touching healthy ones.
The use of such drugs can contribute to the complete cleansing of the skin and lead the body to prolonged remission.
Psoriasis Ointment
Recently, the Chinese ointment "King of the skin" has become widespread in use. It is actively advertised and discussed by both patients and doctors.
In its composition, the ointment has clobetasol propionate and ketoconazole, sandalwood oil , nim leaves, tulasi (sacred basil), kapoor kachari, turmeric, licorice, talc.
Ointment "King of the skin" is available in small jars and is intended for the treatment of psoriasis of any kind.
The drug acts as follows:
- Reduces itching.
- Reduces dry skin.
- It fights inflammation and prevents the reappearance of inflammation.
- Eliminates peeling, smoothes the skin.
However, it must be remembered that any treatment should be started after consultation and under the supervision of a doctor.
Teardrop-shaped psoriasis - disease prevention
Prevention is a general strengthening of the body. This is hardening, proper nutrition, physical activity, raising immunity. All this minimizes the likelihood of contracting infectious diseases. And if the likelihood of contracting an infectious disease decreases, the likelihood of psoriasis rashes also decreases.
With the appearance of drop-shaped psoriasis, the prognosis for recovery is favorable, especially if you managed to see a doctor at the very beginning of the disease. In case of untimely contacting a specialist, the ailment can become severe and its treatment will be difficult.