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What is psoriasis?
It is a skin condition where the skin cells reproduce faster than normal and accumulate on the surface. It is a chronic condition that is linked to the body’s immune system and is one of the oldest recorded skin conditions.

What causes psoriasis?
While the exact cause of psoriasis has not been determined, it is believed to be genetic and triggered by a malfunction of the immune system. Skin cells’ normal cycle run about 28 – 30 days during which the cells mature and fall off. In cases of psoriasis skin cell maturation is escalated to as little as three or four days and instead of shedding off, the skin cells ‘pile up’ of on the surface and form lesions.

Is psoriasis contagious?
No, it is not contagious. Psoriasis is genetically based and therefore cannot be ‘caught’ by coming in contact with someone who has it.

What are the symptoms of psoriasis?
The most common symptoms of psoriasis are thick, red patches of skin (plaques) and dry, silvery scales. Most often these appear on the scalp, face, elbows, knees, palms and soles of the feet. In addition changes in toenails and/or fingernails may take place, including: discoloration, pitting, shape changes or the loss of the entire nail.

What types of psoriasis are there?
There are five types of psoriasis: Plaque, Guttate, Pustular, Inverse and Erythrodermic.

What is Psoriatic Arthritis?
It is a condition related to psoriasis that affects the joints. Symptoms of psoriasis and the arthritis may occur separately and even years apart, obscuring the connection between the two.

How is psoriasis diagnosed?
Due to the variations of the condition, diagnosing psoriasis is not always cut and dry. Your physician or dermatologist will examine the skin as well as toenails and fingernails and may also enquire about your family’s medical history.

Is there a cure for psoriasis?
No, at this time there is no cure for psoriasis.

What treatment options are there for psoriasis?
Psoriasis treatment options vary depending on the individual and will need to be determined through experimenting with different methods to determine which approach will work best in a given case. Treatment forms fall into three categories: Topical treatments, Phototherapy (light) or Systemic Medications.

Who gets Psoriasis?
Psoriasis occurs almost equally between men and women as well as in all racial groups, although the rates vary. Approximately 4.5 to 7 million people in the US are affected. While it can begin at any age, it typically appears between the ages of 15 and 35 with 75% before age 40. After that another peak onset is between 50 and 60. The earlier the onset occurs, the greater the chance that it will be widespread and recurrent.

What triggers psoriasis?
Psoriasis triggers can include: emotional stress, injury to the skin, certain drugs and infections.

Why do I see a difference with my psoriasis from summer to winter?
Changes in the seasons can play a role in your psoriasis flare-ups. During the summer additional exposure to sunlight can help improve your condition while the cold, dry air of winter can aggravate it.

Can I use Dermarest® on my face?
Yes, Dermarest® Psoriasis products can be used on the face – taking care to avoid contact with the eyes. Do not use on the lips or around the mouth as the product should not be swallowed.

Can children use Dermarest® ?
Dermarest® Psoriasis products are specially formulated to be gentle and non-irritating to sensitive skin and can be used on children over 2 years of age. Be sure to supervise children when using the product.

What makes Dermarest® different?
Dermarest® Psoriasis products are different because they use a unique complex that contains Zinc PCA, Panthenol and White Tea Extract as a base to which additional ingredients such as red algae, glycerin and moisturizers are added to target the specific problem (redness, itching, flaking, etc.). Salicylic acid helps to penetrate the psoriatic skin to loosen and lift scales and allow healthy skin to grow. Dermarest® Psoriasis products also do not contain coal tar, which can have unpleasant side effects such as staining of the skin and odor. It is listed as a carcinogen and is currently banned from use in Europe.

Why should I use Dermarest® ?
Dermarest® Psoriasis products have been carefully formulated with the psoriasis sufferer in mind and offer the maximum strength available without a prescription. We have developed a treatment line that addresses both the skin and scalp to provide maximum strength relief from the itching and scaling that comes with having psoriasis. Our products are fragrance-free, color-free, irritation-free and won’t stain so they can be used on sensitive skin. When used regularly, Dermarest® Psoriasis products can prevent recurrence of symptoms and allow you to live a more normal life without the stress of worrying about psoriasis.