Guttate Psoriasis

This form of psoriasis looks like small, salmon pink drops on the skin.  It is not contagious and may be genetic. It usually appears on the arms and legs; it could also cover a large portion of the body.

Guttate Psoriasis is often triggered by strep throat infection Outbreaks of Guttate Psoriasis can go away and not reoccur. This form of psoriasis is uncommon. Guttate Psoriasis is more common in kids and adults younger than 30 years of age.

Factors that trigger Guttate Psoriasis are streptococcal infections, usually in the form of tonsillo-pharyngitis before the outbreak. Viral infections such as chickenpox may also trigger outbreaks in children.

Guttate Psoriasis lesions usually itch. The outbreak usually starts on the trunk, arms or legs and sometimes spreads to the face, ears or scalp. The scales of guttate Psoriasis are much finer than those associated with plague Psoriasis.

Although any form of psoriasis is not preventable, flare-ups can be reduced by avoiding triggers such as scratching or rubbing vigorously, which may lead to psoriatic lesions on unaffected areas.

Home remedies for Guttate Psoriasis  is a saltwater soak. Simply soak in warm salt water for 20 minutes. Vitamin E is also another good home remedy, as this vitamin is good for the skin. Chamomile tea is also known for calming the skin. Change your lifestyle, do regular exercise as this strengthens the immune system.  Avoid caffeine, alcohol and refined sugars. Try drinking bitter gourd juice with an added  teaspoon of lime juice, drink this on an empty stomach daily and see improvements  after six months. Learn to manage your stress, as stress tends to flare up psoriasis. Consider meditating or take up yoga classes  helps to relieve some stress. Try bathing in dandruff shampoo. If your psoriasis is on the scalp, this will help. Eat a healthy diet of fresh fruits and vegetables.

If your Guttate Psoriasis is a mild case, you should keep your skin moist. Apply thick moisturizes after a bath to keep in moisture and soften the skin. Exposure to the sun may also be helpful, but avoid sunburn. Pharmaceutical topical steroids may help to reduce  inflammation and itching.

To sum it all up Guttate Psoriasis usually clears up within a few weeks, or it may lead to a chronic case of plague psoriasis. It is very important to take extra care of yourself during an outbreak to prevent reoccurrence of this disease.