A complex systemic disease accompanied by skin problems is called psoriasis, the initial stage of the disease does not differ in its specific symptoms. Therapeutic therapy provides the best results when performed on time. Doctors note that in a healthy person, cell death occurs after one month. In patients with psoriasis, skin regeneration is a shortened period of several days.
What does the initial stage of psoriasis look like, photo
Although the disease is not contagious, patients notice impressive damage to the skin, nails and hair. Red eruptions are clearly visible on the epidermis, initially small in size. After a while, papules form at the site of inflammation, altered, bright-toned areas that stand above the skin. They have silvery scales or plaques on the top.
Initially, the papules hardly bother the patient, in rare cases they are distinguished by itching and mild exfoliation. In the initial stage, the affected area will not exceed a few millimeters, in the future the area may increase by up to 10 cm.
Psoriasis can affect different parts of the human body, so it's a good idea to look at the symptoms in different places:
- Face. . . The early onset of the disease suggests the presence of psoriatic plaques on the skin around the eyes, eyelids and eyebrows. The area of the nasolabial folds can also be severely affected.
In rare cases, the spread of the disease can spread to the mucous membranes of the mouth, face, tongue or lips. Some patients complain that the papules also affected the contour of the lips. - Hairline. . . There are large scaly spots on the entire surface of the head, characterized by a large number of scales. They look like dandruff in appearance. In this case, the hair does not suffer from the disease, the pathology only affects the skin. Patients experience itching, constantly scratching their heads. Red spots are often seen on the neck and ears.
- Hands. . . The palm and interdigital space can be covered with a single papule, which has a pronounced red color. On the back, the onset of the disease is very rare. There are problems with sensitivity in the presence of pathology on the fingertips. Psoriasis often affects the nail plate.
- Elbow. . . At the onset of the disease, the patient notices a single plaque of silvery scales. Gradually degeneration occurs and a continuous area of affected skin appears.
The scale and a thin film easily detach from it, after which you may notice a change in color to pink. In some cases, the affected area may bleed. - Legs. . . Most often, the patient’s legs and back suffer from psoriasis, the symptoms are absolutely similar to those on the elbows. The symptom of blood dew also exists in the presence of a solid lesion.
Causes of the disease
Psoriasis is considered a pathological reaction of the body to external stimuli. It provokes the development of the pathological process, which leads to the skin regenerating too quickly.
Recently, it is a generally accepted fact that the disease is hereditary. But it is not based on one type of disease, but on several types of disease. The cause of psoriasis can be the failure of metabolic processes, problems of the endocrine system, neurological disorders, and weakened immunity. But it is absolutely certain that the pathology is not contagious.
There is no exact cause for the disease, but doctors have theories.
According to these, the psoriasmr is divided into 2 types:
- The disease is inherited due to a malfunction of the immune system. A similar form is found in most patients. Diagnosis usually occurs early, before the age of 25 years.
- The disease is not associated with immune problems and is not inherited. In this case, after 40 years, the affected area is the nail and the joint.
Doctors say patients with this disease should rule out the use of alcohol, sweets, salty foods and spicy foods. By normalizing the diet, the condition of the skin improves. Extreme heat or cold can also cause a relapse.
Symptoms
Psoriasis is a systemic type of pathology that can spread not only to the skin or nail plate. The spine, joints, tendons, endocrine and nervous system often suffer from the disease. In addition, damage to the thyroid, kidneys, and liver can be observed.
Primary symptoms of the disease:
- depression, apathy, depressive state;
- constant fatigue, decreased performance;
- the general condition weakens.
Due to the fact that it has a complex effect on the body, the pathology has been attributed to psoriasis disease. The main manifestation is damage to the skin, brightly colored papules grow on the epidermis. The affected area causes scaly, itchy and obvious discomfort to the patient.
If the top layer of the papule, an inflamed area, is intentionally touched or removed, blood droplets may appear.
Early stage psoriasis in children, photo
The disease can even manifest in an infant, initially the rash is recorded in the folds of the skin. A similar phenomenon is common in children under 2 years of age. Furthermore, pathology often develops in places where contact with diapers is detected.
Sometimes the disease is confused with diaper dermatitis, but unlike psoriasis, the pathological areas have contiguous boundaries and are more vivid in color.
Children older than 2 years have the same type of papules as adults. Problem areas are characterized by embezzlement, with pathology often affecting the limbs. The scalp is affected in older age, similar problems can be found in a child after 10 years. From this point on, the symptoms are completely similar to the adult manifestations of psoriasis.
Most cases of infantile psoriasis occur after transplantation of a staphylococcal infection.
How to treat
When the initial stage of psoriasis is detected, the main treatment is not always necessary. Often, professionals are limited to preventive measures.
The following techniques are used to remove the manifestations of skin diseases:
- Cryotherapy is a method of cold exposure of an abnormal area;
- Plasmapheresis - purification of the blood composition;
- Ultraviolet therapy - the patient receives short-term sessions similar to a visit to the solarium. In order to achieve greater efficacy, the appointment of special devices (PUVA therapy) is prescribed.
It is noted that self-treatment with ultraviolet light is prohibited. Due to the fact that the dose calculation may be incorrect. After all, a small dose of medication, exceeding it can aggravate the process. The same recommendations apply to sunbathing.
Today, it is impossible to get rid of the disease completely. Doctors say the body preserves the memory of the transmitted disease, which can manifest itself in the presence of provocative factors. Due to the fact that relapses often occur unexpectedly, patients must register with a dermatologist.
Folk remedies
If the patient does not have a running process, it is possible to stop the symptoms without formal medication. There are recipes that can get rid of psoriasis if there is an initial grade.
How to overcome the disease with folk recipes:
- 20 hens from domestic hens are required to obtain the balm. The product is boiled within 15 minutes after boiling. All that is needed from the egg is the egg yolk, kneading it into a homogeneous bag. Fry the finished mass thoroughly in a pan without adding oil.
The fire should be low, as its yellow is about. Simmer for 45 minutes. The mixture is removed from the heat and cheese is squeezed through, the squeezed oil lubricating the problem areas twice a day. - The papules are treated with freshly prepared celandine juice. Such manipulation is done all summer, it can be repeated several seasons.
- To get a complex ointment, you need to take 10 grams of solid oil, 30 grams of fresh honey, 50 grams of birch tar, 10 grams of boric acid and fish oil, and a chicken egg white. The mixture is stored in a dark place and the papules are smeared daily.