{"id":14396,"date":"2023-08-04T15:08:44","date_gmt":"2023-08-04T15:08:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/calgarynw\/?p=14396"},"modified":"2024-08-01T11:22:26","modified_gmt":"2024-08-01T11:22:26","slug":"understanding-and-managing-psoriasis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/calgarynw\/resources\/understanding-and-managing-psoriasis\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding And Managing Psoriasis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It is estimated that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psoriasis.org\/about-psoriasis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">around 3% of adults in the United States are affected by psoriasis<\/a>. While that doesn\u2019t sound like a lot, it equates to more than 7.5 million people. There is currently no cure for the condition, but there are a variety of treatment options to help manage symptoms and enhance quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_36 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/calgarynw\/resources\/understanding-and-managing-psoriasis\/#What_Is_Psoriasis\" title=\"What Is Psoriasis?\">What Is Psoriasis?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/calgarynw\/resources\/understanding-and-managing-psoriasis\/#What_Are_Triggers_For_Psoriasis\" title=\"What Are Triggers For Psoriasis?\">What Are Triggers For Psoriasis?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/calgarynw\/resources\/understanding-and-managing-psoriasis\/#How_Is_Psoriasis_Treated\" title=\"How Is Psoriasis Treated?\">How Is Psoriasis Treated?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Psoriasis\"><\/span>What Is Psoriasis?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disease that is often characterized by raised plaques and scaly patches of skin. There are several different types of psoriasis, and everyone can be affected differently. The disease causes inflammation not just on the skin, but throughout the body and can lead to psoriatic arthritis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Normally, the body creates new skin cells and then sheds them around every 30 days. In people with psoriasis, this process occurs every three to four days, causing skin cells to pile up and cause raised plaques and flakey scales. They can occur anywhere on the body but are common on the elbows, knees, face, scalp, and lower back. Psoriasis can also affect the nails creating pitting or discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note that, although scientists don\u2019t know exactly what causes psoriasis, they do know that it is not contagious. You cannot catch psoriasis through skin-to-skin contact. It is believed to be caused by a combination of genetics and triggering events that affect the immune system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Triggers_For_Psoriasis\"><\/span>What Are Triggers For Psoriasis?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people experience chronic flare ups of psoriasis symptoms. The triggers can be different for everyone, but some common causes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Illness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Infection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weather<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain medications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunburn, bug bites, cuts, scratches, or other injuries to the skin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Psoriasis_Treated\"><\/span>How Is Psoriasis Treated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment can depend on the type of psoriasis, symptoms, and severity. Often topical creams and ointments are used to help moisturize the skin, reduce itch and inflammation, and decrease the buildup of skin cells. There are also medications that may be effective for some people in reducing symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lifestyle changes may also be beneficial, such as taking steps to reduce stress, maintain good health, and keep skin moisturized. Avoiding individuals when they are sick can help decrease exposure to viruses and bacteria that can lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/resources\/5-common-infections-in-older-adults\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">illness or infection<\/a>. For people with psoriatic arthritis, staying active may help reduce stiffness in the joints as well as lower stress levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treating and managing psoriasis can help reduce inflammation, skin symptoms, and flare ups which can enhance quality of life and boost self-esteem. Seniors can feel more comfortable and confident as they go about their daily activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Working with an <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/calgarynw\/caregivers\/\">in-home caregiver<\/a> such as Always Best Care can help seniors stay on top of their health through medication reminders, meal planning and preparation, activities to reduce stress and stay active, companionship, support for mobility, and much more. Don\u2019t let psoriasis keep you from living your best life. Contact <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/calgarynw\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Always Best Care of Calgary<\/a> at <a href=\"tel:\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">403-812-0778<\/a> to schedule a care consultation and learn more about the benefits of senior care services.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is estimated that around 3% of adults in the United States are affected by psoriasis. While that doesn\u2019t sound like a lot, it equates to more than 7.5 million people. 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