Psoriasis is non-contagious, inflammatory skin disordered which occurs when the immune system of the body becomes dysfunctional. It is a complex disease that degrades the quality of life. Bearing this in mind, the mode of treatments should include physical and psychosocial aspects of this disease. While treating the disease, psoriasis is classified into localized and generalized form. In both cases, the mode of treatments includes achieving rapid control of disease and maintaining this control so that it does not aggravate further. Using medications and chemicals has shown relief, though its temporary and the diseased stage returns after sometime resulting in recurring relapses which increase in severity each time.

Causes-

• Genetic factors
• Change in the environment
• Injury or trauma to the skin
• Various infections
• Abnormality in the metabolism of amino acids and proteins

Psoriasis can be cured at home. These treatments have minimal side effects and the effects are long.

• Have hot Epsom salt (black salt) baths daily. Post the bath; gently massage the affected areas with olive oil.
• It been observed that regular bath in the sea water helps to effectively treat the disease.
• Bitter gourd- Freshly squeezed juice from bitter gourd mixed with a tea spoon of lime juice should be consumed daily on an empty stomach. It best to do it in the morning for 4 – 6 month daily.
• Application of mud packs is also beneficial for psoriasis. The mud packs sooth the skin and removes toxins from the affected areas.
• Cabbage- Cabbage leaves are effective treatments for psoriasis and can be used as a compress post removing the thick veins and washing them thoroughly. This treatment is one of the most effective natural remedies.
• Light therapy- Sunlight contains UVA and UVB rays which can effectively stop the chemical reactions in the skin and thus control the spread of the disease. Post exposure to sunlight, the skin tens to behave normal.
• Vitamin E therapy- It’s an effective treatment of psoriasis. The patient can take medications that are rich in vitamin E or opt to have fruits, vegetables and nuts that are rich in this nutrient.
• Lecithin- One of the most recommended natural treatments of this disease is lecithin.
• Aloe Vera gel- A mixture of Aloe Vera gel and garlic oil can be applied on the affected area. This is a good remedy for psoriasis.
• Post a bath; cashew oil can be applied on the affected part. This is also an effective treatment of psoriasis.
• Wheat germ oil- Mix a teaspoon of wheat germ oil and castor oil in a cup of sunflower oil and massage it on the affected area.
• Calendula- Mix a drop of oregano oil and two drops of calendula oil in a cup of olive oil and apply this daily on the affected area.
• Marigold- Boil four marigold flowers in four cups of water for few minutes. Strain the mixture and apply it on the scalp. Leave it for a few minutes and wash it with a mild shampoo or herbal soap. Rinse the hair with lemon juice or vinegar mixed in a mug of water.

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