MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS

PSORIASIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Is there a cure for psoriasis?
A
and
B
no
C
treatment only
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Although there is no cure, there are more effective treatments for psoriasis today than ever before. Treating psoriasis can help improve symptoms as well as lower the risk of developing other health conditions such as psoriatic arthritis, heart disease, obesity, diabetes and depression.

Detailed explanation-2: -There’s no cure for psoriasis, but a range of treatments can improve symptoms and the appearance of skin patches. Your doctor will ask you about how much the condition is affecting your everyday life.

Detailed explanation-3: -Even without treatment, psoriasis may disappear. Spontaneous remission, or remission that occurs without treatment, is also possible. In that case, it’s likely your immune system turned off its attack on your body. This allows the symptoms to fade.

Detailed explanation-4: -"Topical vitamin D creams are thought to help normalize cell turnover in psoriasis, ‘’ he says. Therefore, topical vitamin D compounds are a common treatment for psoriasis, either used alongside topical steroids or instead of them.

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