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...
Has anyone tried over-the-counter medications that work well? I have been under a lot of stress lately and my psoriasis has started to flare up but I don't have any medical insurance right now. Anybody have any suggestions? Thanks.
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I use Eucerin cream (not lotion) in-between prescriptions. I hope this helps.
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Thanks, I'll give it a shot.
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Most of the OTC treatments that I've come across lately contain 2% sycailac acid as the active ingredient. You can buy a cheap acne medication with the same ingredient for much les $$.
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