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Psoriasis

See the signs and seek relief from psoriasis, a common condition affecting the skin and often the nails. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
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See the signs and seek relief from psoriasis, a common condition affecting the skin and often the nails. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
  • Try topical creams

    Apply a cream containing 0.025 to 0.075% capsaicin four times a day to relieve itching and help heal sores

  • Address your stress

    Learn stress-reduction techniques such as meditation to improve healing of sores

  • Give aloe a go

    Improve skin-healing by applying a 0.5% herbal extract to affected areas three times a day

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