Psoriasis and eczema are two separate skin diseases, never confuse them, we have given you complete and comprehensive explanations about each of these complications.
The symptoms of eczema and psoriasis are usually similar; If these two complications are completely different and have separate treatments.
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that affects two to three percent of white people. The results of studies show that this autoimmune disease is genetically related to obesity, diabetes and other states of metabolic syndrome.
The most important symptoms of psoriasis include thick red skin patches and silvery scales, which are very painful and itchy. This condition usually affects the knees, elbows, scalp, palms, feet, and back; It has also been seen around the nails, toenails and inside the mouth.
Eczema is called skin inflammation, which is usually associated with redness, scaling and thickening of the skin. Environmental factors such as lack of humidity are effective in the occurrence and exacerbation of eczema. Skin contact with perfumed soaps, irritating substances such as alcohol and woolen and tight clothes also increase the symptoms of eczema.
According to the National Eczema Association, the symptoms of this disease are:
• Dry and sensitive skin
• Inflammation and redness of the skin
• Severe itching
• Creating blisters and oozing water from them
• Swelling
• Creating dark spots on the skin
Eczema symptoms become more severe if you encounter the following:
• Allergens including pollen, pet hair, eggs, nuts and dairy products
• Skin irritants including perfume, scented soaps, chemicals, skin products containing alcohol
• hot water
• Stress
• Colds and flu
• Weather conditions such as heat or dryness
What is the difference between psoriasis and eczema?
As mentioned, psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder that causes cells to function abnormally. This complication is more common in adults. Eczema is a skin inflammation that is mostly seen in babies and children, and environmental factors have an effect on its severity.
The symptoms of eczema and psoriasis on the scalp are almost similar and it is usually difficult to diagnose. But most experienced doctors are able to diagnose the disease by studying the patient’s history and the duration of the inflammation. Medicines containing hydrocortisone are usually used to treat both diseases. Coconut oil, oatmeal and baking soda are among the natural treatments for both conditions.
Eczema is usually a periodic inflammation; While psoriasis is usually a constant companion of the patient.
Another difference between these two diseases is their provoking factors; Detergents and hygiene products, dust and pets, wool and all kinds of viruses are among the things that aggravate eczema. Stress, beta blockers, alcohol, sunburn, sugar and red meat also aggravate psoriasis.
From IRNA
12 July 1395 15:01
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