Psoriasis runs in families, so if you have it, it could be passed on to your kids.
For most children, the inflammatory skin disease is usually limited to just a few patches - and it tends to respond well to treatment.
However it can sometimes be quite serious and cause kids to be self-conscious about their appearance, develop low self-esteem or even depression.
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Risk factors that can increase the chance of a breakout include: 1) Infections including colds, strep throat and other contagious diseases
2) Obesity
3) Certain medications including lithium, anti-malarial drugs and beta blockers used to treat high blood pressure
4) Skin injuries including cuts, sunburn and insect bites
5) Cold weather
If your child is showing symptoms of psoriasis, you should talk to your doctor to figure out the best method of treatment.
Treatments can be phototherapy, topical (creams and ointments) or systemic (oral and injected medications).
Sometimes a combination of therapies can be used.
Besides following your doctor's advice, there are certain things you can do at home to help ease your child's psoriasis, according to KidsHealth,
These include:
1) Feeding your child plenty of fruits and vegetables
2) Cutting down on treats and helping your child maintain a healthy weight
3) Reminding your child to keep skin clean and moisturised
4) Spending time outdoors
5) Giving your child plenty of emotional support
6) Reminding them to keep up their treatment.
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2) Obesity
3) Certain medications including lithium, anti-malarial drugs and beta blockers used to treat high blood pressure
4) Skin injuries including cuts, sunburn and insect bites
5) Cold weather
If your child is showing symptoms of psoriasis, you should talk to your doctor to figure out the best method of treatment.
Treatments can be phototherapy, topical (creams and ointments) or systemic (oral and injected medications).
Sometimes a combination of therapies can be used.
Besides following your doctor's advice, there are certain things you can do at home to help ease your child's psoriasis, according to KidsHealth,
These include:
1) Feeding your child plenty of fruits and vegetables
2) Cutting down on treats and helping your child maintain a healthy weight
3) Reminding your child to keep skin clean and moisturised
4) Spending time outdoors
5) Giving your child plenty of emotional support
6) Reminding them to keep up their treatment.
https://www.rsvplive.ie/life/health/psoriasis-child-triggers-treatment-help-13081536
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