Under some circumstances, non-pharmacological approaches for avoiding triggers may also help control psoriasis symptoms. For instance, people who have flare-ups in the winter use more lotion. But there are many other things that can cause flare-ups and ways to deal with them that don’t involve drugs. Working with primary care doctors, Amy Huang, MD, of the Medical Offices of Manhattan, makes sure psoriasis sufferers are receiving the treatment they need.
If medically acceptable, non-pharmacological approaches are helpful for many patients and should be given first priority in controlling psoriasis comorbidities like dyslipidemia and hypertension. The American Academy of Dermatology has resources on how to find and manage your psoriasis triggers. Dr. Huang offers further strategies on handling these problems. Read the article.
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