Psoriasis Treatment – Expert Answers to Your Top Questions
Dr. Parvin Shafa is the founder and practicing physician of OC MedDerm Medical Center, a state-of-the-art center for Surgical, Medical, and Cosmetic Dermatology and Best Skin Doctor located in Orange County in the city of Irvine, California. Dr. Parvin Shafa was awarded her medical degree and dermatology training from Goethe... more
What is psoriasis?
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disorder of the skin characterized by excessive turnover of skin cells caused by an autoantigenic immune response leading to unhealthy psoriasis plaques on the skin. Some common types of psoriasis are plaque psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis. For an accurate assessment and personalized Psoriasis Treatment Irvine, schedule your appointment with OC MedDerm and visit irvineskin.com. Our experienced team offers expert care in Dermatology Irvine CA.
Is psoriasis contagious?
No, psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease, and it is not caused by infection. At OC MedDerm, our dermatologist in Irvine can help diagnose and manage this non-contagious condition with the most effective Psoriasis Treatment Orange County offers.
Can psoriasis start with infection?
Infections like strep throat, skin and viral infections serve as a common trigger for the psoriasis disorder. Under the framework of “the environment pulls the trigger, while genetics loads the gun,” any pre-existing infection may elicit a flare-up in a psoriasis-prone individual. Understanding your triggers is a key part of personalized psoriasis treatment in Irvine available at our trusted dermatology Irvine clinic.
Can children have psoriasis?
Psoriasis can occur at any age; however, the first peak of psoriasis usually starts at the age of 5 years due to strep throat and the second peak occurs around late teens into the early twenties. Our team at OC MedDerm, specializing in Dermatology Irvine CA, offers child-friendly and safe psoriasis treatments in Orange County.
How does the sun affect psoriasis?
Moderate sunlight exposure, about 10 to 15 minutes a day, may aid in cases of mild psoriasis. Some sun exposure is beneficial because the UV light might help reduce the rate of skin cell production that leads to the scaly plaques. Also, too much sun can worsen psoriasis by causing a flare up, sunburn, and aging the skin. If you would like dermatology services at OC MedDerm, kindly visit irvineskin.com to receive further instructions for possible referral light therapy. Our expert dermatologist in Irvine can guide you through personalized light-based psoriasis treatment options in Irvine.
Should I use sunblock while exposing the sun?
Of course, applying sunblock is important but, to some degree, can be skipped on areas with plaque psoriasis and applied only on healthy skin if exposed to sunlight for just 10-15 minutes. If the expected sun exposure is longer than 15 minutes, it is best to apply sunblock to all sun-exposed areas. For all other cases, a mineral-based broad-spectrum sunblock with SPF 30+ containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide protects the best. Unscented and hypoallergenic sunscreen is recommended for sensitive skin and should be reapplied every 2 hours, or more frequently, when sweating or swimming. At OC MedDerm, our dermatology Irvine experts guide patients through skin-safe routines as part of effective psoriasis treatment in Orange County.
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