Psoriasis Support Group
Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disease which affects the skin and joints. When it affects the skin it commonly appears as red scaly elevated patches called plaques. Psoriasis plaques frequently occur on the elbows and knees, but can affect any area of skin including the scalp and genital area. Psoriasis can also cause inflammation of the joints. This is known as...
This is going to sound crazy but I'm sure some will understand. I do one of these two things when the itchiness gets the best of me. Not sure how many people remember those burn type things we did on our arms when we were kids. It is putting both hands around the arm or leg and twisting back and forth, each hand going in a different direction. It is much better than scratching and bleeding and maybe even spreading it.
Also, if you absolutely have to scratch it, try scratching downward only. Of course the scales will come off so be prepared but you will not injure your skin as you do when you itch round and round. Just sayin!! It works for me.
Also, if you absolutely have to scratch it, try scratching downward only. Of course the scales will come off so be prepared but you will not injure your skin as you do when you itch round and round. Just sayin!! It works for me.
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When my scalp gets itchy,I like to use a pen to give it a good ol' scratch!!!Heaven!!!
DebOne
Even if I take my baths and use my cream there is always that darn itch!! just be careful with your pen!! :)
deleted_user
Indian Burns. thats what I do too with the downward itching. I also like to use a towel or like and old shirt. helps the itch w/o tearing it up.
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sometimes i use tape to remove the scales.
deleted_user
i use a pen as well on my scalp it really helps
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I use a "wash mitt" or "scrunchie" in the shower. Its bliss!!! Loads of moisturising shower gel (no soap) and a good scrub. When I get out I then lather loads of heavy moisturiser on the wet skin. Helps the flakes stay off!!!
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