Psoriasis reddening on the face, any remedies?

Skin, nail and hair health
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Hi, i suffer with psoriasis on my fore head and on my cheeks, is there an effective product to use? Many thanks

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Hi Mathew

I also have had this problem ,I find dovobet ointment good plus I use body shops ginger shampoo as it doesn't irritate it.

I have had psoriasis 24 years so have spent a long time trying to find out how to treat it ,I find strawberrys,tomatoes,cream,cheese to name a few things that triggers a flare up .oh and I use coconut oil on skin and nails as this appears to be good for them.hope this helps.

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Hi Matthew

there are so many different treatments available. Are you seeing a dermatologist? If not, getting a referral ASAP. There are ointments, pills, light treatments and biological meds. It will depend on the severity and how it affects you psychologically, as it's on your face. Good diet makes a huge difference for me, basically lots of fruit and veg, low or no dairy and avoid night shades (tomatoes, aubergine, peppers, chillis) and white potatoes. I cannot manage without milk and don't like soya or almond so I've converted to goat products, milk, cheese etc. I believe that there are soaps and skin creams which may help but I've not tried. Also, I've cut down on caffeine, red meat and no orange juice.

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Note, creams and soaps derived from the goaties ☺

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Thank you for very much I appreciate your information.

Matt

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Sorry Matthew I have replied to you but it has not been passed by the moderator yet and probably won't be because I recommended a specific product and explained where you can purchase it as there is nowhere in the UK that sells it by way of shops. Please let me be clear here. I am not a seller and indeed did not recommend a particular person or business  just a product and the well known website where you could purchase it. The product has been successful for my psoriasis. It will be a shame if they don't pass it as it is very good and I am sure it will be of benefit to you. 

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Hi thanks for your message..

What is the product called?

Thanks

Matt

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Sorry Matthew - I tried but they have moderated me again. I don't understand why some people can mention a product such as dovobet and then blank the product I mention when it could be of benefit to you. 

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It is because dovobet is a recognised recommended treatment for psoriasis whereas the product you are posting about is a commercial brand named product so classed as advertising. If you want to exchange details of products like this you can use the private message service. We do not allow these because other users have been trying to use the forums to sell these products.

http://patient.uservoice.com/knowledgebase/articles/398331-private-messages

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I have now also deleted replies with email addresses and mobile numbers in. It is not a good idea to post these details on open websites. If you want to exchange details see my post above.

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Hi please could you personal message me as this forum exchange its pants

Cheers

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Thanks very much, I will see my GP with the hope of being referrred, thanks a lot

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Is there a particular goats milk moisturiser which is effective?

Thanks

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Hiya Matt,

I've only drunk or eaten goat products. So I cannot comment on specific goats milk moisturising products. Myself? I just use Hydromol, non fragant, greasy as lard but marvellous for psoriasis!

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That's great, is it a cream or ointment?

Many thanks

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Hi Matt,

Hydromol ointment. Very thick, petroleum based, fragrance free. Comes in a large tub. I getting it on prescription. Each night I plaster it on and cover with Icthapaste bandages (fish oil). Messy, very soothing and fantastic for lifting scale and reducing fissures. It's going to bed tricking on your forehead, I would cover with a disposable shower cap or cling film. Don't suffocate yourself 😨