Is It Okay to Use Self-Tanners if You Have Psoriasis?

From everydayhealth.com

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that speeds up skin cell turnover, leading to thick, scaly patches on the skin. These plaques can develop all over the body, including the arms, legs, and back — and this is often why people with psoriasis look for ways to make their skin look more even, especially in the summer months.

Self-tanners and spray tans are popular options because they create the appearance of a tan without the UV exposure and risk of skin cancer. And for people with psoriasis, a tan may be a confidence booster as it may reduce the contrast between plaques and surrounding skin, making flare-ups less noticeable.

It’s worth noting that some natural sunlight can improve plaque psoriasis in certain people. But dermatologists warn that exposure to UV light is best achieved via phototherapy, where UV light is administered in a controlled setting. Sunbathing isn’t recommended as sunburn is a form of skin trauma that can worsen psoriasis and increase skin cancer risk.

This is where sunless tanning products often come into the conversation. But are they safe for psoriatic skin?

How Self-Tanners Work

Self-tanners are topical products — such as lotions, creams, foams, or drops that can be mixed into your makeup or moisturizer — that you can use at home. When they’re applied to the skin, the product interacts with proteins on the skin’s surface to create a darker colour. Like a tan, the colour wears off after a few days.

The active ingredient in most self-tanners is dihydroxyacetone (DHA), a colour additive approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). DHA creates a temporary browning effect that looks like a tan, with the color usually developing within a few hours.

Self-tanners don’t penetrate deep into the skin, which is why they’re considered safer than UV tanning, says Lawrence Green, MD, a clinical professor of dermatology at George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC. “Self-tanners are fine to use because they don’t sink into the skin; they sit on the skin,” Dr. Green says.

But they don’t protect your skin from UV rays unless the product explicitly says it contains SPF, according to Steven Daveluy, MD, a professor and the program director at the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, where he specializes in treating patients with skin diseases, such as psoriasis and eczema. “I always make sure to remind patients that [self-tanners] don't offer sun protection, so they still need to use protection with sunscreen, hats, clothing, shade, and other methods,” he says.

Even if your self-tanner has sunscreen, you should reapply a separate UVA/UVB sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every two hours if you’re outdoors.

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How Spray Tans Work

Spray tans use the same active ingredient — DHA — but instead of being applied by hand, the product is sprayed onto the skin, through an aerosol spray can.

Once the spray tan is applied, you’ll notice your skin will darken or “tan” over the next 2 to 4 hours, up to 24 to 72 hours. The more DHA is applied to the skin, the darker your spray tan will appear. Spray tans tend to last about 5 to 10 days.

Bear in mind, if you’re getting a spray tan in a commercial spray tanning booth, you should check on safety measures put in place to make sure the product won’t get into your eyes, nose, mouth, or lips, the FDA has cautioned. That’s because it doesn’t have data on the safety of inhaling or ingesting the spray.

Just like self-tanners, spray tanning products don’t offer UV protection unless they explicitly say they do, Green says.

What to Consider When You Have Psoriasis

Self-tanners and spray tans are safe to use for people with psoriasis, Dr. Daveluy says. “They offer a great option for patients who want to look tanned without increasing their risk of skin cancer and premature aging.”

This comes with an important caveat, though. The product should not be applied to open or inflamed skin — and it won’t sit smoothly on dry, patchy skin or plaques.

“It's just the thickness of the plaques, the unevenness, the scales. It's going to be very difficult to get the product on evenly,” Green says, using an analogy of applying foundation to inflamed, acne-prone skin, or dry, flaking skin.

The self-tanner won’t last as long on parts of the body affected by psoriasis, too, Daveluy says. “It’s going to flake off more quickly. In psoriasis, the skin turns over 17 times faster than skin without psoriasis,” he says, noting your psoriasis scale will soak up the self-tanner, then flake off.

There’s no evidence that spray tans or self-tanners can trigger flares or outbreaks — but the way you apply the product can, says Chris Adigun, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in private practice in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Applying self-tanner to opened or cracked plaques could cause the psoriasis to worsen. “DHA is meant to be applied to intact skin,” Dr. Adigun says.

Exfoliating affected parts of the body beforehand may even trigger new psoriasis patches through the Koebner response, a phenomenon where skin trauma — like scratches — can cause psoriasis to spread to previously unaffected areas, she says.

This is why you should get your psoriasis under control before using self-tanners or spray tans, Daveluy says. Your dermatologist can prescribe topical, oral, or injectable medications to manage your disease. “Our goal is for our patients with psoriasis to have less than 1 percent of the body affected by the psoriasis,” he says.

How to Use Self-Tanners and Spray Tans Safely

If you have psoriasis and you’re using self-tanners or spray tans, a few simple precautions can help reduce irritation, improve results, and protect your skin barrier. These include the following:

Choose Gentle Formulations

Daveluy says that while psoriatic skin isn’t as sensitive as other types of skin conditions, such as atopic dermatitis, you can take precautions and shop for a self-tanner or spray with the following characteristics:

• Fragrance-free
• Free of exfoliating acids or scrubs
• Noncomedogenic, if acne is a concern
• Free of alcohol, dyes, essential oils, and sulfates

The aim here is to choose products that are less likely to cause irritation or allergy, Daveluy says.

Patch Test First

It’s especially important to do a patch test on your skin before using a new product on the rest of your body if you have psoriasis.

For daily-use products like moisturizers, Daveluy recommends applying the product to the same spot — usually the inside of the upper arm — twice a day for about two weeks and watching for signs of irritation, such as itching or rash. If the skin tolerates it well, it’s likely safe to use elsewhere.

Because self-tanners aren’t typically used every day, you can modify this approach by applying the product to the test area every few days instead. 

Always Use Sunscreen

Protecting your skin from the sun is especially important if you have psoriasis. Some psoriasis medications can increase sun sensitivity; and people who have had extensive UVB phototherapy may also have a higher risk of skin cancer, though the research is contradictory. Don’t forget: severe sunburn can also trigger a psoriasis flare. 

When choosing sunscreen, look for a broad-spectrum formula with SPF 30 or higher, ideally containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, which help block harmful UV rays. Always avoid applying sunscreen to open or actively inflamed skin.

Moisturize Strategically

Moisturizing is key for people with psoriasis. You can prep the skin before applying a self-tanner by taking a warm bath to loosen or remove scales, then follow up with moisturizing immediately after, Adigun says.

“It might look marginally better,” she says.

You can also try gentle exfoliation before application — with careful attention to avoid exfoliating parts of your body with active psoriasis, Daveluy says. “Don't try to exfoliate or pick the scale off your psoriasis, since trauma can cause psoriasis to flare,” he warns.

After the self-tanner or spray tan sets, keep moisturizing your skin to reduce flaking, Green says. He recommends using a thick, heavy cream — think jar-based products rather than pump lotions — to help seal in moisture.

The Takeaway

• Self-tanners and spray tans work on the surface of the skin, creating a temporary tan without UV exposure.
• Results may be uneven and fade faster on psoriasis plaques, because thicker, scaly skin sheds more quickly than unaffected areas, causing the color to flake off sooner or appear patchy. 
• Make sure you moisturize regularly to help protect the skin barrier, and choose sunless-tanning products that are fragrance-free and free of other ingredients that may irritate the skin. 

https://www.everydayhealth.com/skin-conditions/are-self-tanners-safe-for-psoriasis/

Can Psoriatic Arthritis Cause Hair Loss?

From everydayhealth.com

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of the joints, tendons, and nails. It usually occurs in people with psoriasis, an inflammatory condition causing rashes on the skin.

Symptoms can include joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and fatigue. Hair loss (alopecia) isn’t typically a sign of the disease, but it can affect some people with PsA in a roundabout way. 

“Psoriatic arthritis and hair loss are not directly linked,” explains Jennifer E. Yeh, MD, PhD, a clinical assistant professor of dermatology at Stanford University School of Medicine in California. “However, having psoriatic arthritis may predispose one to hair loss from psoriatic arthritis inflammation, from psoriatic arthritis treatment, or from an increased likelihood of having another type of autoimmune condition.” 

Physical or Psychological Stress Can Lead to Hair Loss

Psoriatic arthritis can significantly impact your emotional well-being, leading to anxiety, depression, diminished self-esteem — and particularly, stress. Chronic stress can worsen inflammation and immune dysregulation, leading to increased disease activity and more severe symptoms. Researchers note that stress may also disrupt neuroendocrine pathways, affecting cortisol levels and further dysregulating the immune system in PsA. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, stress is linked to hair loss and thinning hair.

Dr. Yeh says that both the physical and psychological stress associated with PsA can trigger a temporary type of hair loss called telogen effluvium. 

With telogen effluvium, more hairs than normal are forced into their resting phase. When this happens, they fall out at once. Most people lose about 100 strands of hair a day. But if you have telogen effluvium, you may lose up to 300 strands a day.

“While telogen effluvium is characterized by an increase in daily hair shedding, it usually reverses, and hair regrows once the underlying stressor is removed,” Yeh says.

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Medications for PsA May Cause Thinning Hair

Treatments for PsA can contribute to hair loss. Some common culprits are: 

• Methotrexate It stops cells from growing — including hair follicles. About 1 to 3 percent of people who use it experience hair loss.
• Leflunomide This medicine works like methotrexate and causes hair loss in about 10 percent of people.
• Anti-TNF Therapy Research has shown that “a sizable minority” of people on TNF inhibitors develop alopecia areata, the most common inflammatory hair loss disease, at a higher prevalence than the general population, though it’s not clear why this happens.

“Treatment-related alopecia typically improves with discontinuation of the offending medicine,” says Yeh.

Comorbid Psoriasis and Hair Loss

Most, but not all, people with PsA also have psoriasis. And, if you have psoriasis, you have a 45 to 56 percent chance of developing scalp psoriasis.

Scalp psoriasis causes a dry, itchy, and inflamed scalp. “Scalp psoriasis that is not controlled irritates the hair follicles, disrupting normal hair follicle function, and thereby causing hair shedding,” says Yeh. 

If you scratch or pick at the lesions, you can also damage hair follicles. This can result in additional hair loss.

The good news is that hair loss due to scalp psoriasis is usually temporary. “Most cases show complete hair regrowth after treatment,” says Yeh.

If you have severe psoriasis plaques, you should be aware that the oral medication acitretin, occasionally used to treat persistent psoriasis, can cause hair loss.

What to Do About Hair Loss

If you have PsA and experience hair loss, talk to your doctor. If you’re not already seeing a dermatologist to manage your condition, your rheumatologist can refer you to one who may be able to determine the underlying cause of your hair loss.

Getting your symptoms under control can also help preserve your hair. “Hair loss from uncontrolled PsA reverses once the inflammation is well-controlled,” says Yeh. “It’s critical to treat concomitant scalp psoriasis so that local inflammation surrounding hair follicles on the scalp does not contribute to increased hair shedding.”

Here are some ways you can help prevent hair loss caused by scalp psoriasis.

• Try not to touch, pick, or scratch your scalp.
• Keep your fingernails short.
• Be gentle when brushing, combing, washing, or drying your hair.
• Wear a hat when you’re outside.
• Use a medicated shampoo that contains salicylic acid and follow with a moisturizing conditioner. 
• Don’t take extremely hot showers.
• Ask your doctor about a prescription treatment that can help your symptoms.
• Avoid blow-drying your hair. If you do, use a low-heat setting.
• Try to keep stress levels low.
• Follow a healthy diet.
• Avoid heavy drinking.

While hair loss associated with PsA can be frustrating, the right treatments and lifestyle habits can help you minimize shedding — and protect the hair you have.

The Takeaway

• If you have psoriatic arthritis and you’re experiencing hair loss, consult your doctor to determine the underlying cause and effective treatment strategies.
• Medications such as methotrexate and leflunomide, commonly used to manage PsA, might contribute to hair thinning, so discuss potential side effects with your healthcare provider to explore any necessary adjustments.
• Emotional and physical stress linked to PsA can cause temporary hair loss; reducing stress levels and effectively managing the disease can lead to regrowth and a healthier scalp condition.
• If you’re dealing with scalp psoriasis, measures such as medicated shampoos and avoiding scalp irritation can prevent additional hair loss and support recovery.

https://www.everydayhealth.com/rheumatic-conditions/can-psoriatic-arthritis-cause-hair-loss/ 

AI Unlocks Personalized Psoriasis Treatment

From miragenews.com

Identification of sub-categories of the disease linked to gene expression also sheds light on why current treatments may fail.

A new major finding in how genes are linked to psoriasis could help offer tailored treatments for the common inflammatory condition, helping to treat the most stubborn and severe cases. 

Psoriasis is a common inflammatory skin disease, with 1 in 50 people in the UK affected in some form. Despite its links to several long-term health conditions, such as heart disease and Type 2 diabetes, and the substantial impact severe psoriasis has on sufferers' quality of life, little is known about the causes of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases like it. This includes ailments like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and Crohn's disease.

Because of this lack of understanding, current, high-cost treatment options such as biologics can fail for no visible reason - impacting patients and placing severe cost on the NHS.

By using advanced Machine Learning, researchers from King's, Newcastle University, and Queen Mary University of London, have identified several sub-types of the disease based on how someone's genes impact psoriasis severity. This classification will give clinicians a better idea of why current treatments may fail and open the door to more personalised ones.

"By using RNA sequencing and AI modelling, we can now categorise how genes affect the trajectory of psoriasis and group the disease into several sub-types as a prerequisite for better treatment - helping better deal with the most severe cases." - Dr David Watson

Dr David Watson, Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence and joint first author of the study said, "Diseases that present the same are often completely different. Breast cancer for example is not one, but a thousand different diseases all under the same label. To be able to develop targeted treatments you need to understand how all these different diseases work, or risk 'fat-fingered' interventions like chemotherapy which can have large side effects.

"Until now, we didn't have that with psoriasis. But by using RNA sequencing and AI modelling, we can now categorise how genes affect the trajectory of psoriasis and group the disease into several sub-types as a prerequisite for better treatment - helping better deal with the most severe cases."

Analysing 700 plus blood samples from over 140 patients with moderate to severe psoriasis over an extended period, the team mapped how genes interfaced both individually and in evolving networks with other biological factors, like BMI, to impact disease severity against common biologic treatments.

By figuring out how genes influence the path of one inflammatory disease, we hope to take this learning and apply it to a host of different diseases and see how they materialise in patients. If we can categorise the gene expression there too, we could potentially design personalised treatments for all these ailments which plague patients and cost our healthcare system millions."

Dr David Watson

They identified a nine-gene biomarker linked to psoriasis severity, along with specific genetic variants associated with more severe baseline disease. They also found a 14-gene signature connected to BMI in unaffected skin and to disease severity in affected skin displaying lesions.

In the future, the researchers hope to take they have learned from the gene expression involved in this inflammatory disease and apply it to others.

Dr Watson said "There are many immune mediated inflammatory diseases, like rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's. And while they present differently, we know they are genetically linked - having one increases the risk of passing another to your kids.

"This is a complex world and by figuring out how genes influence the path of one inflammatory disease, we hope to take this learning and apply it to a host of different diseases and see how they materialise in patients. If we can categorise the gene expression there too, we could potentially design personalised treatments for all these ailments which plague patients and cost our healthcare system millions."

https://www.miragenews.com/ai-unlocks-personalized-psoriasis-treatment-1620561/

Weight Loss Interventions Linked to Clinically Meaningful Psoriasis Improvement

From patientcareonline.com

By Sarah Morrow, MSc, MRCP

Data from a new meta-analysis shows weight loss therapies were associated with clinically and statistically significant improvements in psoriasis severity. Study investigator sheds light. 

“In dermatology clinics, what we're finding is that increasingly patients are asking us, “What can I do for my skin apart from these medications? What else can I do? How can I take control of my condition?” We're particularly finding that they're very interested in how they can change their diets, and whether things like weight management and exercise can help,” Sarah Morrow, MSc, MRCP, a clinical doctoral fellow in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences at the University of Oxford, said in an interview with Patient Care Online. Morrow sat down with Patient Care to discuss a systematic review and meta-analysis she co-authored of 13 randomized controlled trials evaluating weight loss interventions in persons with psoriasis.

The analysis included behavioural strategies—diet alone and diet plus exercise—as well as pharmacologic weight loss therapies. Participants in weight loss programs lost approximately 7 kilograms more than those in control groups. Importantly, weight reduction was associated with clinically meaningful improvements in psoriasis severity.

Patients undergoing weight loss interventions were approximately 60% more likely to achieve PASI 75—a 75% reduction in Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) score—compared with controls. Significant improvements in quality-of-life measures were also observed, a finding highlighted as particularly meaningful by the study’s patient panel.

When researchers compared intervention types, they did not identify a meaningful difference between diet alone, diet plus exercise, or medication-based approaches. Instead, outcomes appeared to correlate with the magnitude of weight loss achieved rather than the specific method used.

Morrow explains that the study was designed to address both growing patient interest in lifestyle modification and clinician uncertainty about the strength of the evidence. For physicians managing patients with psoriasis—particularly in primary care settings—the findings suggest that weight management may serve as a clinically relevant adjunct to traditional psoriasis therapies.

https://www.patientcareonline.com/view/weight-loss-interventions-linked-to-clinically-meaningful-psoriasis-improvement

How to Get Better Sleep When You Have Psoriasis

From everydayhealth.com

From itchy skin to ongoing stress and anxiety, psoriasis symptoms can make getting a good night’s sleep difficult.

As many as 50 percent of people with psoriasis have sleep problems at least once a month — and another 11 percent say their sleep is disturbed on more than half of each month’s nights. And when sleep is disrupted night after night, it can take a real toll on both mental and physical health. It can play a role in fatigue, stress, and even increased inflammation and disease severity.

Taking steps to better control your symptoms and make your sleep space as comfortable as possible may help reduce night-time flare-ups and help you get better shut-eye. Here’s a look at dermatologist-backed tips for managing psoriasis and improving sleep quality.

Optimize Your Skin Care Routine Before Bed

Itching and pain are common reasons people with psoriasis struggle to sleep. That's why dermatologists focus first on treating its root cause: your psoriasis. When it comes to night-time psoriasis management, the goal is simple: Calm irritation and lock in moisture so you can rest more comfortably.

Adjust Your Treatment Plan

If plaques or rashes are keeping you awake, it may be time to review your medications. Your doctor may adjust your medications or introduce a new one, whether they’re topical creams, medicines taken by mouth, or biologics, says Chris Adigun, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in private practice in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. “As a dermatologist, I’m going to focus on the skin disease component of your care first. The best thing I can do in my role is optimize disease control,” she says.

When psoriasis is under control, it should affect 1 percent or less of your skin, says Steven Daveluy, MD, a professor and director of Wayne State University School of Medicine's dermatology residency program in Detroit. He specializes in treating patients with skin diseases such as psoriasis and eczema. “We have such great options for psoriasis, that everyone's skin should be clear or almost clear. The right treatment plan can significantly reduce night-time itch and help you sleep better,” Dr. Daveluy says.

Take a Warm Bath or Shower Before Bed

A warm — never hot — shower or bath can help loosen and remove scales, which may otherwise make itchiness worse. This can be especially helpful if you have visible plaques or build-up on your skin, says Lawrence Green, MD, a clinical professor of dermatology at George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C.

Moisturize Immediately After Bathing

Timing matters, and you should apply moisturizer right after bathing, says Dr. Green. He recommends using thick, heavy creams or ointments — think jar-based products rather than pump lotions — to help seal in moisture and reduce itching overnight.

Petroleum-based moisturizers, like Vaseline, tend to work best for psoriasis, particularly on stubborn or itchy areas. “These heavier-cream moisturizers help prevent the scales from building up because that, again, can be causing a lot of itch,” he says.

Some people do well with using salicylic acid, lactic acid, or urea creams or lotions to help soften thick scales, says Mary Wu Chang, MD, an associate professor of dermatology and paediatrics at the University of Connecticut.

Look for “sensitive-skin,” or “fragrance-free” labelling, since these products have the least risk of irritation, too, Daveluy says.

Use Topicals That Target Itch Relief

Using prescription topical treatments, including topical steroids, should also help to soothe your psoriasis itch, Daveluy says. But for lingering itch, use of some over-the-counter anti-itch products may offer short-term relief, like pramoxine and menthol, he says.

Take an Oral Antihistamine or Sleep Aid if Needed

Antihistamines don’t treat psoriasis-related itch, because this itch isn’t driven by histamine, a chemical your immune system releases. But taking antihistamines can help some people fall asleep. Look for over-the-counter sedating antihistamines or natural sleep aids like melatonin, Dr. Chang says. “This would be more of an add-on medication to use from time to time, rather than a cure for problematic sleep from psoriasis,” she says.

Dr. Adigun says you can take an antihistamine for just a few nights as you bridge the gap with your new treatment plan, which could take up to two weeks.

Keep Fingernails Trimmed

Short, smooth nails reduce the risk of skin injury, especially if you scratch in your sleep. Scratching can worsen inflammation and may even trigger new psoriasis patches through the Koebner phenomenon, a response in which skin trauma (like scratches) can cause psoriasis to spread to areas of your skin that hadn't been affected in the past, Green says.

As an extra layer of protection, wear cotton gloves if you find you’re scratching yourself at night, Daveluy says. “[Gloves] can also help keep creams or ointments on the hands, if you have psoriasis there,” he says.

Create a Psoriasis-Friendly Sleep Environment

Even with well-controlled psoriasis, your sleep environment can soothe your skin — or make night-time itchiness worse. Dermatologists recommend creating a sleep space that stays cool, breathable, and gentle on skin through small adjustments:

Keep the Room Cool

Sleeping in a cooler room — aim for around 68 degrees F — can help prevent overheating and sweating, which can make itching worse and disrupt sleep, says Chang. A fan gently blowing across the bed may also feel soothing. This is especially important for children with psoriasis, who can become hot and uncomfortable if they’re over-bundled at night, she says.

Choose Breathable Fabrics

Wear lightweight, breathable fabrics such as cotton or bamboo, because they're less likely to irritate psoriasis-prone skin, Daveluy says. He notes that natural fabrics are generally better than synthetic ones, which can trap heat and moisture.

Unlike atopic dermatitis, psoriasis is generally less sensitive to fabric types or thread count, Green says. Your goal is to pay attention to which fabrics may be rubbing against plaques or triggering itchiness, he suggests.

Do Laundry With Gentle Detergent

Scented detergents and fabric softeners contain chemicals that can irritate sensitive skin, Daveluy says. Dermatologists recommend using fragrance-free, dye-free products like Tide Free and Gentle or All Free Clear, Chang says. “Also skip the fabric softener and use dryer balls to bounce around in the dryer and soften fabrics,” she says.

Practice Good Sleep Hygiene and Relaxation Techniques

When you’re facing symptoms like itchiness, anxiety, or stress at night, your bedtime routine is going to make a difference. That’s why dermatologists talk to their psoriasis patients about sleep hygiene, Green says. “It’s about creating an environment that is in your favour when you're already working against something,” he says.

Some good sleep habits are:

• Set up — and stick to — a consistent bedtime and waking schedule.
• Make sure your room is dark and quiet.
• Limit your exposure to bright lights in the evening.
• Turn off your electronics about an hour before bedtime.
• Keep the room at a comfortable, cool temperature.
• Unwind with quiet reading, low-impact stretching, or listening to soothing music.
• Limit caffeine and avoid having it later in the day.
• Don't eat large meals for dinner.
It’s worth doing an audit of sorts of your overall health, too, Adigun says. For instance, if you smoke, try to quit. If you drink alcohol, cut back on how much you have. And aim to get regular exercise. “All of these factors can improve psoriasis severity – but they can also improve sleep quality,” she says.
See Your Doctor if Sleep Problems Persist
If itching or pain are keeping you awake, talk with your dermatologist, Green says. “Everything that psoriasis is doing to your body besides being visible on the skin, you should mention to your dermatologist. They can help you through it,” he says.
They may:
• Adjust your current topical or systemic treatment plan.
• Recommend a different type of medication.
• Talk with you about healthy sleep habits in more detail.
• Refer you to specialists who can check for underlying sleep disorders.
While itching and pain are common reasons for worse sleep in people with psoriasis, they're not the only causes. People with psoriasis can develop other health conditions — such as anxiety and depression, sleep apnoea, and restless legs syndrome — all of which affect sleep, Daveluy says.
The Takeaway
• Fine-tuning your skin care routine with dermatologist-recommended psoriasis treatments and consistent moisturizing can help reduce night-time itching and improve your sleep quality.
• Creating a comfortable sleep space may also help you sleep better. For instance, lower the bedroom temperature and choose breathable fabrics.
• Practice habits that can help sleep. For example, wake up and go to sleep at the same times each day, and try relaxation techniques. Good sleep hygiene can positively impact your overall psoriasis management and sleep.
• Don't hesitate to talk with your dermatologist or healthcare providers if your psoriasis symptoms continue to disturb your sleep. Your doctor can provide tailored treatment options and remedies to address any underlying sleep disorders you might have.
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