Managing Psoriasis
This playbook outlines the procedure for treating psoriasis and maintaining overall skin health. It includes recommendations for medical treatment, trigger identification and avoidance, and stress management techniques.
Step 1: Medical Consultation
Schedule an appointment with a dermatologist or healthcare provider to discuss your psoriasis condition and explore treatment options.
Step 2: Treatment Plan
Work with your healthcare provider to develop a personalized treatment plan that may include topical treatments, phototherapy, or systemic medications.
Step 3: Trigger Identification
Identify potential psoriasis triggers by keeping a detailed journal of your daily activities, diet, and flare-ups to find patterns that may suggest what to avoid.
Step 4: Trigger Avoidance
Actively avoid identified triggers, which could include certain foods, weather conditions, skin injuries or stress.
Step 5: Stress Management
Implement stress reduction techniques such as meditation, yoga, deep breathing exercises, regular exercise, or any other activities that reduce stress.
Step 6: Skin Care Routine
Develop a daily skincare routine that includes gentle cleansing, moisturizing with products suitable for sensitive skin, and avoiding harsh soaps or chemicals.
Step 7: Ongoing Monitoring
Regularly monitor your skin for any changes or signs of a flare-up, and adjust your treatment plan as necessary in consultation with your healthcare provider.
General Notes
Healthy Diet
Maintain a balanced and healthy diet, as good nutrition can support skin health and possibly reduce psoriasis symptoms.
Hydration
Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water as this can help keep skin moist and potentially lessen psoriasis outbreaks.
Regular Follow-ups
Schedule regular follow-up appointments with your healthcare provider to track your progress and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan.