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Sat-21-11-2015, 19:04 PM
Welcome Victoria!
I agree on being careful on the UV treatments. Manufacturer's directions are not going to be geared specifically for your son's needs. I'm in the US so I know things work a bit different here but I would take the info on what you purchased to the dermatologist and have them work out a schedule of usage if that's possible or reasonable.
I admire that you are looking into diet, some people say they have been successful at it but I'm not sure if diet alone will do the trick. It doesn't hurt to give it a try though if your son is willing.
Steroid creams and ointments. Well, they didn't help me to clear but they did help with the itching (briefly) but I'd use them sparingly as there can be issues with using them too much. Try different moisturizers and see if they help (coconut oil is a great one to try.) Some of the itchiness is from the skin being dry so moisturizing can help with that.
Medication as such a young age is scary (I find it scary at MY age.... which isn't young!) If UV and creams aren't working, you'll have to use your best judgment on what is best for your son. If he's miserable with psoriasis, then I'd ask the dermatologist what your options are and do some research. There is a lot of information here and a lot of helpful people that will tell you what they think and know about treatments.
Welcome to the forum! It's a great place with nice people and tons of information.
I agree on being careful on the UV treatments. Manufacturer's directions are not going to be geared specifically for your son's needs. I'm in the US so I know things work a bit different here but I would take the info on what you purchased to the dermatologist and have them work out a schedule of usage if that's possible or reasonable.
I admire that you are looking into diet, some people say they have been successful at it but I'm not sure if diet alone will do the trick. It doesn't hurt to give it a try though if your son is willing.
Steroid creams and ointments. Well, they didn't help me to clear but they did help with the itching (briefly) but I'd use them sparingly as there can be issues with using them too much. Try different moisturizers and see if they help (coconut oil is a great one to try.) Some of the itchiness is from the skin being dry so moisturizing can help with that.
Medication as such a young age is scary (I find it scary at MY age.... which isn't young!) If UV and creams aren't working, you'll have to use your best judgment on what is best for your son. If he's miserable with psoriasis, then I'd ask the dermatologist what your options are and do some research. There is a lot of information here and a lot of helpful people that will tell you what they think and know about treatments.
Welcome to the forum! It's a great place with nice people and tons of information.
