A complex systemic disease accompanied by skin problems is called psoriasis, the initial stage of the disease does not differ in specific symptoms. Therapeutic therapy gives the best result if carried out in a timely manner. Doctors note that in a healthy person, cell death occurs after a month. The patient with psoriasis has a shortened period of skin renewal, which is several days.
What does the initial stage of psoriasis look like, photo
Despite the fact that the disease is not contagious, patients notice impressive damage to the skin, nails and hair. Red eruptions are clearly visible on the epidermis, initially they are small. After some time, papules form at the site of inflammation, altered areas with a bright shade, which will protrude above the skin. In their upper part there are silver scales or plaques.
Initially, the papules almost do not bother the patient, in rare cases they are characterized by itching and mild peeling. In the initial stage, the affected area does not exceed a few millimeters, in the future the area may increase to 10 cm.
Psoriasis can affect different parts of the human body, so it is worth paying attention to the symptoms in different places:
- Face. . . The early development of the disease suggests the presence of psoriatic plaques on the skin around the eyes, eyelids and eyebrows. The nasolabial folds can also be severely affected.
In rare cases, the spread of the disease can spread to the mucous membranes of the mouth, cheeks, tongue or lips. Some patients complain that the papules also affect the contour of the lips. - Hair line. . . Large scaly spots, characterized by a large number of scales, are noted on the entire surface of the head. They look like dandruff. In this case, the hair does not suffer from the disease, the pathology affects only the skin. Patients experience itching, constantly scratching their heads. Red spots are often seen on the neck and ears.
- Hands. . . The palms and interdigital space may be covered with single papules that have a pronounced red color. On the posterior side, the manifestation of the disease occurs very rarely. In the presence of pathology on the fingertips, problems with sensitivity are noted. Psoriasis often affects the nail plate.
- Elbows. . . At the beginning of the disease, the patient notices single plaques with silvery scales. Gradually degeneration occurs and a continuous area of affected skin appears.
Scales and a thin film are easily separated from it, after which you can notice a change in color to pink. In some cases, the affected area may bleed. - Legs. . . Most often the patient's legs and back suffer from psoriasis, the symptoms are absolutely similar to that manifested on the elbows. The symptom of blood dew is also present in the presence of a solid lesion.
Causes of the disease
Psoriasis is considered an abnormal reaction of the body to external stimuli. It provokes the development of a pathological process that leads to too rapid renewal of the skin.
Recently, it is generally accepted that the disease is hereditary. But it is not based on one type of disease, but on several. The reason for the development of psoriasis can be a failure of metabolic processes, problems in the endocrine system, neurological disorders, weakened immunity. But it is absolutely certain that the pathology is not infectious.
There are no exact causes for the disease, but doctors have theories.
According to them, psoriasis is divided into 2 types:
- The disease is inherited due to a malfunction in the immune system. A similar form occurs in most patients. The diagnosis is usually made at an early age, before the age of 25.
- The disease is not associated with immune problems and cannot be inherited. In this case, this happens after 40 years, the affected area are the nails and joints.
According to doctors, patients with this disease should exclude the use of alcohol, sweets, salty foods and spicy foods. With the normalization of nutrition, there is an improvement in the condition of the skin. Severe heat or cold can also provoke a relapse.
Symptoms
Psoriasis is a systemic type of pathology that can spread not only to the skin or nail plate. The spine, joints, tendons, endocrine and nervous systems often suffer from the disease. Damage to the thyroid gland, kidneys and liver has also been reported.
Main symptoms of the disease:
- depression, apathy, depression;
- constant fatigue, reduced efficiency;
- the general condition is weakened.
Due to the fact that it has a complex effect on the body, the pathology begins to be attributed to psoriatic disease. The main manifestation is associated with skin damage, brightly colored papules grow on the epidermis. The affected area is scaly, itchy and brings obvious discomfort to the patient.
If the top layer of the papule, inflamed area is touched or removed deliberately, then blood droplets may appear.
Initial stage of psoriasis in children, photo
The disease can occur even in a baby, initially the rash is noted in the skin folds. A similar phenomenon is typical for children under 2 years of age. Also, the pathology often develops in places where contact with diapers is noted.
Sometimes the disease is confused with diaper dermatitis, but unlike it, in psoriasis, the pathological areas have pronounced borders and a brighter color.
Children over 2 years of age already have the same type of papules as adults. Problem areas are characterized by desquamation, the pathology often affects the limbs. The scalp is affected in old age, similar problems can be found in a child after 10 years. Starting from this period, the symptoms are completely similar to the manifestations of psoriasis in adults.
Most cases of psoriasis in a baby occur after the transmission of a staph infection.
How to treat
When psoriasis is detected in the early stages, basic treatment is not always required. Specialists often limit themselves to preventive measures.
To eliminate the manifestations of skin diseases, the following techniques are used:
- Cryotherapy is a method of cold exposure to a pathological area;
- Plasmapheresis - purification of blood composition;
- Ultraviolet therapy - the patient undergoes short-term sessions, which are similar to visiting a solarium. To achieve greater effectiveness, the appointment of special means (PUVA therapy) is prescribed.
It is noted that self-medication with ultraviolet light is prohibited. Due to the fact that the dose calculation may be incorrect. After all, a small dose is a drug and exceeding it can worsen the process. The same recommendations apply to sunbathing.
Today it is impossible to completely get rid of the disease. According to doctors, the body retains the memory of the disease, which can occur in the presence of provoking factors. Due to the fact that recurrence often occurs unexpectedly, patients should register with a dermatologist.
Folk remedies
If the patient does not have an ongoing process, then it is possible to stop the symptoms without the help of official medicine. There are recipes that can get rid of psoriasis if there is an initial degree.
How to overcome the disease with folk recipes:
- To get the balm, you need 20 chicken eggs from domestic hens. The product is boiled within 15 minutes after boiling. Only the yolk is required from the egg, it is kneaded into a homogeneous mash. The finished mass is thoroughly fried in a pan without adding oil.
The fire should be low, as the yolk will have to simmer for about 45 minutes. The mixture is removed from the heat and squeezed through cheesecloth, drained oil lubricate problem areas twice a day. - The papules are treated with freshly prepared celandine juice. Such manipulation is carried out throughout the summer, it is possible to repeat several seasons.
- To get a complex ointment, you need to take 10 grams of hard butter, 30 grams of fresh honey, 50 grams of birch tar, 10 grams of boric acid and fish oil, as well as chicken egg protein. The mixture is stored in a dark place and the papules are smeared daily.