Psoriasis Frequently
Asked Questions
What is Psoriasis?
Can you catch Psoriasis?
What causes Psoriasis?
Is there a cure for Psoriasis?
What treatments are the best for me?
What are the types of Psoriasis?
Can Psoriasis affect all parts of the body?
Can Psoriasis occur at any age?
What health complications are associated with Psoriasis?
Is Psoriasis directly associated to other diseases?
If I have Psoriasis does that mean I will develop Psoriatic Arthritis?
What can trigger Psoriasis?
Will having Psoriasis affect my lifestyle or quality of life?
What is Tinefcon?
Is the Tinefcon tablet safe to take over a long period of time?
Can I take the Tinefcon tablets with other medications?
Can I take the Tinefcon tablet during pregnancy?
Is the Tinefcon Tablet acceptable for children to take?
What is Psoriasis?
Psoriasis is an immune-mediated, genetic disease manifesting in the skin and/or the joints. It affects tens of millions of people Worldwide. In plaque psoriasis, the most common type, patches of skin called “lesions” become inflamed and are covered by silvery white scale. Psoriasis can be limited to a few lesions or can involve moderate to large areas of skin. The severity of psoriasis can vary from person to person.
Can you catch Psoriasis?
No, psoriasis is not contagious. The psoriatic lesions may not look good, but they are not infections or open wounds. People with psoriasis pose no threat to the health or safety of others.
What causes Psoriasis?
The causative factors are unknown, but it is believed to have a genetic component. Most researchers agree that the immune system is somehow mistakenly triggered, which speeds up the growth cycle of skin cells. A normal skin cell matures and falls off the body’s surface in 28 to 30 days. But a psoriatic skin cell takes only three to four days to mature and move to the surface.
Is there a cure for Psoriasis?
There is no cure, but many different treatments, both topical (on the skin) and systemic (throughout the body), can clear symptoms of psoriasis
What treatments are the best for me?
The unpredictable nature of psoriasis makes treatment challenging for many people. A wide range of treatments is available. It is hard to predict what will work for a particular individual; however, it is important to be open-minded and willing to work with your doctor to find a treatment that will work for you.
What are the types of Psoriasis?
Guttate: characterized by small dot-like lesions
Pustular: characterized by weeping lesions and intense scaling
Inverse: characterized by intense inflammation
Erythrodermic: characterized by intense shedding and redness of the skin Psoriasis can range from mild to moderate to very severe and disabling.
Can Psoriasis affect all parts of the body?
Psoriasis most commonly appears on the scalp, knees, elbows and body. But psoriasis can develop anywhere, including the finger and toe nails, palms, soles, genitals and face.
Can Psoriasis occur at any age?
Psoriasis often appears between the ages of 15 and 35, but it can develop at any age. Approximately 10 percent to 15 percent of those with psoriasis get it before age 10. Some infants have psoriasis, although this is considered rare.
What health complications are associated with Psoriasis?
The skin, the largest organ in the body, plays an important role. It controls body temperature and serves as a barrier to infection. Large areas of psoriasis can lead to infection, fluid loss and poor blood flow (circulation).There have been recent indications that psoriasis sufferers may be at a higher risk of certain other diseases.
Is Psoriasis directly associated to other diseases?
Psoriasis arthritis is a specific type of arthritis that has been diagnosed in approximately 23 percent of people who have psoriasis. Psoriatic arthritis is similar to rheumatoid arthritis but generally milder. In psoriatic arthritis, the joints and the soft tissue around them become inflamed and stiff. Psoriatic arthritis can affect the fingers and toes and may involve the, neck, lower back, knees and ankles. In severe cases, psoriatic arthritis can be disabling and cause irreversible damage to joints.
If I have Psoriasis does that mean I will develop Psoriatic Arthritis?
Approximately 10 percent to 20 percent of people with psoriasis will develop psoriatic arthritis, although it often may go undiagnosed, particularly in its milder forms. It can develop at any time, but for most people it appears between the ages of 30 and 50. Having psoriasis does not guarantee that you will eventually develop psoriatic arthritis.
What can trigger Psoriasis?
Triggers can include emotional stress, injury to the skin, some types of infection and reactions to certain drugs or skin care products. Stress can cause psoriasis to flare for the first time or aggravate existing psoriasis. Psoriasis can also be triggered in areas of the skin that have been injured or traumatized. Certain medications, like Antimalarials drugs, lithium and certain beta-blockers, are also known to cause people’s psoriasis to flare. Other triggers may include weather, diet and allergies. Triggers will vary from person to person and what may cause one person’s psoriasis to flare may produce no reaction in another individual.
Will having Psoriasis affect my lifestyle or quality of life?
For the most part, people with psoriasis function normally. Sometimes people experience low self-esteem because of the psoriasis. Psoriasis is often misunderstood by the public, which can make social interactions difficult. This may lead to emotional reactions such as anxiety, anger, embarrassment and depression.
What is Tinefcon?
Tinefcon is a patented, mono-herbal extract of sphaeranthus indicus for promoting healthy skin without serious side effects. Manufactured to GMP standards using a proprietary process, Tinefcon offers a completely standardized formulation which is natural and non-toxic.
Is the Tinefcon tablet safe to take over a long period of time?
Yes. Tinefcon Tablets contain only natural ingredients and has no known interactions with other medications. Should anything unusual occur, stop taking the tablet and see your doctor immediately.
Can I take the Tinefcon tablets with other medications?
Although our studies do not suggest any significant interactions you should always consult a doctor before starting any new medication or supplement when you are already taking medication.
Can I take the Tinefcon tablet during pregnancy?
No. Patients SHOULD NOT take this tablet during pregnancy
Is the Tinefcon Tablet acceptable for children to take?
No. The dosage is designed for adults only; however, exceptions can be made under the guidance of your doctor.
