"Don't self diagnose." Great advice. I just waited 9 months for a Dermatology appointment, just to get a call, a day before my appointment, from their office, canceling the appointment and them trying to rescheduling it for 6 more months out. I HAVE to self diagnose because I can't get a Dr. to see me. Love Dermatologists SOOOO much!!!! 😡
Yes go to a dermatologist so they can tell you to apply steroid creams for the rest of your life and then immune suppressant injections later on. Oh yeah and keep moisturising until your skin can no longer breathe. That is professional dermatologist advice!
@@Unknown-ki8ykespecially cause with eczema all they can prescribe is addictive creams and immune suppresding injections! So yes i will self diagnoise with eczema i can see AND feel it its truly not rocket science! I agree with you 100%!
I was treated for psoriasis of the palms and feet for over 20 years with all the creams, ointments and even biologics. Nothing worked. Frequent trips to the doctors’ office for more meds. I changed my diet for other reasons and to my shock, psoriasis cleared up. I avoid all seed oils, processed foods, sugars and most carbs. Simple one ingredient foods, nothing processed or high carbs and seed oils. No medications needed, all flare ups cleared up. Dermatologists never suggested changing my diet. Wonderful self discovery for sure. I am not a doctor and cannot say this approach would work for others. It did for me!
There's a whole long list of ailments that can be treated with the dietary changes you described. I don't think the medical profession has caught on yet.
@@gilessteve Oh, it is a KNOWN factor, but it is not shared, in fact, it's discouraged from discussing this, UNLESS you go to a naturopathic Dr. The difference between the 2, is that Doctors are controlled and incentivised by the pharmaceutical companies, who obviously make money by treating with prescription meds, and the 2 work hand in hand. The goal is NOT on curing the patient, but to keep them coming back, for, you guessed it- MORE money. There is no money in cures. And the goal of a naturopathic doctor is to actually CURE the patient, WITHOUT medicines. 😊
I have psoriasis and it is so awful. It impacts my life every single day. There's no treatment that works for the long term so it's always a game of chasing what will work... for now. Some of the treatments are dangerous and even carcinogenic. It's impacted my self-esteem and comfort and general quality of life. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. I had my first flare about 7-8 years ago and the only time it receded even a little bit was while I was pregnant. But it came back within a few months postpartum. I wish people understood these conditions more because it seems like sometimes people are worried that it is contageous. It's autoimmune so you can't catch it!
Please take homoeopathic treatment from an experienced doctor, who will understand your personality and give the perfect medicine. I myself am a homoeopathic doctor for 20 years and have cured plenty of cases. Pls go with an open mind and give the doctor some time to change a few medicines till you get the perfect remedy
I got this thing after i got covid, like you say it is a nightmare, and everybody thinks is contagious, even doctors, when i first went to my main doctor, the nurses and the doctor did not even wanted to get close to me, they stayed closed to the door, i am not sure what they were thinking, it is so uncomfortable. This worker at sams club told his coworker behind my back i looked nasty. It first appeared when i was 36, i will figure out how to get rid of it.
I have both conditions. I’ve had eczema since I was a kid. Unfortunately, I suddenly had lots of lesions all over my body at 26 and it turned out I had psoriasis. Now I’m trying to prevent the flare and I can say it’s challenging indeed. I truly appreciate your explanation dr Dray.
Hi Dr Dray I have had eczema all my life (I'm now 50), but no one talks about how menopause can make it so so much worse. The increased dryness and hot flushes during perimenopause flared my eczema so much it was a nightmare. I also developed rosacea during that time period. Even though I'm now fully menopausal (four years since my last period) I am still struggling with more flares than I had prior to the lack of estrogen. Another gift of the menopause lol and something no one ever seems to mention. It does make sense in a way - the skin thins, the oil production has pretty much stopped completely (I had very dry skin before, but now it's incredibly dry) and estrogen is a lubricating factor in all tissues of the body. The hand water blisters are indeed incredibly itchy btw and I have to wear gloves to bed to stop me scratching. I should also mention I have a host of other auto immune issues eg seasonal allergies (that last all year lol), previous endometriosis, mild asthma, arthritis and the list goes on. I have to moisturise head to toe at least twice a day and use all fragrance free products. I also have to be very careful with plant "extracts", as these can also cause a lot of issues. Best wishes.
@@DrDrayzday That's true and I've watched them, but my point was more about the worsening of existing skin conditions with menopause. Menopause is so much more involved than most of us knew beforehand - at least my friends and I had symptoms that are rarely mentioned on top of the more commonly known issues. x
same here. I'm in a bad flareup, in addition to seborrheic dermatitis, and my dr thinks its a combination of stress and my hormones. I'm perimenopausal. Trying so many things, I'm losing track of what's working and what isn't anymore. Hope you are improved.
@@amberpipkin thanks its just how it is and eczema flares up and then dies down on and off. I’m sorry you’re struggling too, but it becomes something you learn how to manage better as time goes on. I’m currently not in an active flare of either the eczema or rosacea, so I’m good right now. Many thanks x
This video could not be more timely. I have my first dermatologist appointment in my adult life tomorrow to get my moles checked. I was filling out my paperwork and found myself wondering was it eczema or psoriasis that I had as a kid. You totally cleared it up for me. It was eczema.
I've had eczema since I was a kid. My derm said I would grow out of it. 30years later still dealing with. Now it's just about controlling the flair ups. It really does effect your relationships with others
I was diagnosed with Psoriasis when I was 19, and I hate it. I had no idea about the use of a scalp scrubber possibly making scalp Psoriasis worse. 🤦♀️ I do however disagree with the Psoriasis being less itchy. My itch can drive me crazy at times. It also isn't a normal itch, it burns and has a pinching sensation at times. I deal with plaque, guttate, and inverse. For me moisturizing is key to trying to keep it somewhat under control.
Ask your dermatologist if it could be a parasite infection on the skin from an animal. They tried to say I have early eczema and it wasn't and I think it's an over population of dermodex mites or d canis mites from dogs. There's an allergic reaction to mites unknown from animals or our body makes too many dermodex d brevis or d folliculium. Just ask your dermatologist to test you! I went 9 months.
@@rehanne18 You do not want to break the skin, because then infection can set in. If I break the skin, I ALWAYS apply antibiotic ointment and bandage because I have had several infections already from scratching to where the skin broke and infection set in. Not good! Infection can get into the bone and cause other serious problems.
Thank you so much for this video! I had psoriasis as a child and my derm back then thought it was ringworm. I remember being prescribed an anti fungal spray the literally burned my skin. I ended up getting a biopsy, a proper diagnosis and treatment and my psoriasis has been in remission for 20+ years.
@@bertinahkilinda3805 I was given steroid creams. This was a long time ago and I was a child so I have no idea what it was. I eventually outgrew my psoriasis and it never came back.
The same thing happened to me! I was told by three doctors that I had ringworm and prescribed a fungal cream. I did not use it because I felt it was a wrong diagnosis. They did a biopsy and found it was indeed not ringworm!
I’ve had psoriasis since l was 13 weeks old. I have never not had it and l am currently 54 years old. Up until l was in my 30’s it was extremely itchy. Now l have arthritis that is the result of my psoriasis. I think l have tried every cream, lotion, injection available. I have come to the conclusion that you just have to love the skin you’re in
Eczema is horrible. I had an eczema flare some months back along my neck and top of shoulders. Holy moley the itchiness was insane. Never had eczema before.
Man I feel for you because same here. I just developed mine 3 years ago and it has changed my life negatively. Just when I feel as though I have figured out what helps with flare ups, I find it’s ineffective and vice versa. It’s gotten to the point where my confidence is so shot that I’ve become a recluse and wear clothing that covers most of my body. It’s been a very emotional experience for me. So I feel for you and I hope you get relief. ❤
I'm 43 & have had dermatitis/eczema for the last 10yrs. It started under my armpits & was caused by a dry roll-on deodorant. I'd used it for years but when this reaction first happened it was when the deodorant company changed to a 'new & improved formula'. My reaction looked like the photo you showed in your video. My doctor (I'd been with for many many years) wasn't available so I had to see another Dr from a different surgery. This doctor straight out said (without looking at it closely) it was a fungal infection & said I had to put Canesten cream on it for the full 10 day course. It made it worse. I went back & he was like oh dear. He then prescribed me a topical ointment. Just when I thought it couldn't get worse... It did! It looked like third degree burns, it felt like my armpits were on fire & they were extremely dry to the point that I couldn't put my arms down by my sides. I went back to the Dr. He was shocked & as he was about to suggest something else I demanded a referral to a dermatologist. The dermatologist was amazing. He explained everything from what causes it, what to avoid (food/chemical/streets/environment wise), how to treat & maintain & put me on a treatment plan for different creams/ointments & products for washing my body etc & my clothes to cover all bases. I couldn't wear any deodorant for 8wks & until it was fully healed. It was Summer too 😭.... My armpits have been good since, with only little flare-ups. Now my only areas where I get it are my fingers with the clear liquid filled blisters which I have cream for if they burst & I get the extremely dry/itchy/red lips which I have an ointment for. Both the cream & ointment are prescription medication, very expensive & I can only use sparingly because it can make matters worse. I keep on top of the lips with my MooGoo lip balm & this last Winter, here in Australia 🦘🇦🇺, has been my first Winter without any lip issues at all... 💖💖
Thank you for bringing more awareness to these conditions. Although, as someone who has lived with psoriasis since I was toddler, now 43 years, I'd say there is quite a bit more to this. I'm lucky to have dry psoriasis that doesn't produce oily scales and there is no pus what so ever. Psoriasis always flares with cold damp dark periods of winter and becomes much better with sun and swimming a lot in sea or ocean. Its an autoimmune condition that affects your joins (I got the aches since I was in my 20s when flying and when I was not rested enough), nails and makes you quite sensitive (foods/ skincare/stress/other infections). With hormonal changes (puberty/childbirth) one's psoriasis can actually become much better. I had it very bad as a child, but since puberty, Its been mostly on my scalp (dark tops are no-go) and knees/elbows, which I consider I relief. Also, its important to take care of your teeth, so there are no infections and I even got my tonsils cut, after which my psoriasis got better. Just a few years ago, my GP prescribed me a lotion for scalp and cream for elbows that I use for a week or two until the scales disappear. I keep a break for a month and when psoriasis appears again, I use my medication again. The most important however, I've felt is your diet, healthy lifestyle and managing your stress level. Sugar, alcohol, smoking, too spicy foods, too processed food, vinegar, gluten, too much dairy, too much fried food - its bad for my gut microflora thats very sensitive due to psoriasis. I eat organic and keto right now with lots of fresh vegetables. Its important to eat healthy, sleep well, do intermittent fasting, do sports, and keep your weight healthy when you have psoriasis. Also to move to a warmer climate if thats an option. For my skin 10% urea creams are great, and I use fragrance free products, allergy-free washing products for my clothes. Since I've also anxiety and depression (like many people who have psoriasis), I've therapy, take my medication and try to plan my work load so I can rest properly. From vitamines, D3, omega-3 and B vitamines are extremely important for someone who has psoriasis. All in all, its a condition dependant on the lifestyle so there is a lot one can do to manage it, but sure its very debilitating especially in social situations. And another thing- psoriasis can also itch like crazy, especially during the flare-up.
You perfectly described my conditions since I was born ( will be 60 this year.) They say my psoriasis was due to a reaction to penicillin? Anyway, as I was reading this it let me know I’m not alone! Currently the only issues I have that bug me .. is where my glasses rub my face…. Thanks ….👍K👍
Very informative. Maybe I have both. Dermatologist initially said dermatitis, then sent him pic of my left hand which was really swollen, gets dry, cracked, red, rash, and is extremely itchy. He then said it might be something else. It took takes so long getting a appt, then topicals are prescribed, which usually doesn't work, sometimes makes it worse. It started on my face, then migrated to different parts of my body. My left hand has been consistently affected. I will be getting a skin patch test. I have been urgent care, seen the dermatologist 2x so far. The last appt dermatologist said my face was too swollen to get a patch test.
I've eczema since childhood and gotten better with age. Until 4 years ago, a severe full body flare up appeared. Now I am still seeing my dermatologist with monthly ongoing treatment. Journey was hellish yet I'm adapting cause I wanna avoid lingering mental illness. It cost my self-love, self-esteem, self-motivation. But I am more repulsed of dragging others into my depressive state. 🧘🏻♀️🧘🏻♀️🧘🏻♀️
You are absolutely right. Only a board-certified Dermatologist can really tell the difference. Unfortunate and that I have a great dermatologist. Who knows what she’s doing. I have eczema and psoriasis on different body parts. I have both on my scalp. The absolute worst itching in the whole world though it’s on my back because I’m not limber enough anymore to really scratch so I have to use a back scratcher which I know is not always a good idea either. I’ve been trying to use the same cleansers and lotions for both skin conditions. I hope that’s OK. I’m just doing topicals. I chose not to do any Biologics or anything because of side effects. I I tried Otezla and it gave me insomnia. If either condition ever spreads to my face, then I would probably try an oral medication. Thank you for the great video. It helps me to stay reminded of what this is all about.
I can't say I agree with this video. From everything said, only the clear line about psoriasis resonated with me. I have had psoriasis for 10 years now, and I don't have it in any of the places you mentioned. I have it on my leg (only on one side), on my face around my nose and mouth, on my head (where it first appeared), and in my eyebrows. Everywhere else is clear. Additionally, my psoriasis is almost never flaky; it is always really red because of the creams. It only becomes flaky if I scratch it a lot. For me, psoriasis is super itchy, like crazy itchy. I can't go more than two hours without scratching it.
I had plaque psoriasis on my legs, especially calves. Would come up every fall and go away when summer came and the sun would clear it up. My derm did a biopsy but I don't remember if the results were definitive. Had this for 20+ years, every year. Used steroid cream and Vectical, which I loved. I also had dyshydrotic eczema on my palms. I quit smoking in October 2012 and the psoriasis/eczema disappeared after than winter. Haven't had a breakout since. However, I do have a couple nail beds that have been permanently affected by the psoriasis.
At some point could you talk about lichen Plantus? It’s another skin condition that has features that are similar to both psoriasis and eczema but it’s neither and people don’t talk about it much unless they’re talking about the oral version.
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Can you talk about Redman Syndrome, this was me 4 mos ago. Also, my sister has had psoriasis all life, she freaks out, if she gets sick, has a surgery, cuts herself, gets stressed out and more bc hers will flare big time. The doctor told our mother in 1970s that psoriasis comes from the gut. I believe this
After I had a major surgery, I had a really itchy patch in my inner elbow that I couldn’t get rid of. My family doctor thought it might be psoriasis but then sent me to a dermatologist who said it was eczema. I was so confused because I thought these were both things you just always had or you didn’t. I had no idea stress could flare it up like that! Thankfully, after a few months, it went away!
Psoriasis since age 7 I think, developed after Strep throat. I hope so badly that my two kids don’t inherit it as well. My grandma had it, dad had it, I have it, as well as a niece. All on my dads side.
Thank you so much for this extremely informative and helpful video. I cannot even express how grateful I am. Cause I have got these dry, itchy, scales on my feet, thighs
After the COVID-19, I had some hand sterilizer left over. Just for fun, to see what would happen, I applied some of it to a patch of psoriasis that had been on my right arm for about 20 years. I also then wrapped the area with plastic wrap to keep the area air tight and moist. This was left on for one day. In a short time, the psoriasis was 95% gone. I then left it as is for several months to see if it would go back to the way it was. It did not return to its original status. So today I am trying another hand sterilizer to see if I can rid of the remaining 5%. I also used the old hand sterilizer, in combination with my other secret ingredient, to remove a pea sized wart that was located on my upper right eyelid. That took some time. It would get smaller and smaller, but sometimes go back to the larger size, and so it began to seem as though it was all hopeless, but the final day came when it just peeled right off, and that made it worth it.
The other condition that kind of looks like psoriasis; the one that diabetics usually get, that leathery/velvety feeling overpigmentation. Acanthosis Nigricans. Also gets worsened by friction.
Worst are cases pseudopsorasis when is heard to define even by dermatologist If its already mycosis fungoides skin lymphoma or " just something minor "
I remember a dermatologist that I trained with telling me that you cannot have both at the same time...guess I will find out now :) Happy Thursday Dr Dray and peeps!!!!
My daughter has both…she has had eczema since she was young but psoriasis appeared in her late teens and early 20s. The eczema is on her hands, elbows, knees mainly. Her psoriasis became really bad but luckily she is on a biologic now that decrease her flares. She is almost 30, and became a beer microbrewer. Gluten definitely cause flares so she has a rough time at work! Dairy is bad as well so she stays away as much as possible! She had to switch her derm due to insurance and it’s been a battle! Mama Bear had to “politely” explain to the doc and insurance company because her depression was causing her to give in too easily. She developed a 5th type, Guttate due to the delay in the biologic administration. Please remember that the patient knows their body and lives with the agony daily. Sweet girl is back under control with both conditions 🙏 Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
My granddaughter has had psoriasis since she was small, she was put on oral medication and it was under control but the side effect, which she was told, is testing positive for TB, she doesn’t have it but they had to take her off the medication until she no longer tests positive. I’ve had these red/brown patches on my skin since my teens, if I go out into the sun, I tan except in those areas. They go away in the winter months but the heat and wearing clothes in the summer, they come back. I just use a cortisone cream when I see them. On my arm, I have a red itchy small patch and am able to keep it under control with the cortisone cream.
Informative as always! I have been diagnosed with both eczema and psoriasis. My dr never really went into detail about the difference between the two. I was was just told it was connected to my auto immune diseases.
Been battling an eczema flare up. My lotions are in the fridge and anytime I think of itching I grab an ice pack. Really has helped me! Wet wrapping has helped so much too. The itch is so horrible and I noticed that I just gotten in a habit of scratching unnoticed. Now trying to just get my brain to grab lotion when the itch signal comes.
@@21972012145525 no it honestly relieves the itch for me almost instantly. Plus the cold doesn’t last long at all. It’s like a sec then your hands and body begin to warm it personally. It’s more uncomfortable always having to go to my kitchen for lotion haha.
@@kunikagosain9733 hey! With the wet wrapping apply you lotion, appointments whatever moisturizer you need. Then dampen a clean I believe cotton wrap, cotton clothing or gauze,place on the area. I wrapped my legs all the way up. Then wrap a dry layer on top pajamas or sweats. Honestly when I do mine at home. I used gauze and paper towels because that’s all I had then I wrapped cheese clothes around that then my pjs. I hope I explained that well! Oh you can leave it for several hours or overnight. Just don’t want it to dry out
I'd love to see a video talking about alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis. I see a lot of people blaming their hair loss on seb derm, sometimes with just a self diagnosis based on the presence of some scale, erythema and/or itch.
I have hair loss itchy scalp so I think I have seborrheic dermatitis. I have has some stress but also it started when I was prescribed statins and betablockers. I've spent a fortune on shampoos. I'm waiting for blood test results from doctors.
I have diagnosed sebderm on my scalp ( by several derm and doctors ) , and I now have lost about 70 to 80% of my hair. It happened to me twice and the only way to stop the hairloss is to control the sebderm . I was free from it for a short period of 5 year ish and my hair grew back beautifully. Hairloss started as soon as the sebderm came back ( mine is triggered by hormonal changes )
After the second dose of the Biontech vaccine, I got skin symptoms on my eyelids, hands and forearms. 4 different dermatologists diagnosed psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and there was even a suggestion of tuberculosis. Among the ointments that broke through were those with corticosteroids, ointments with silver and for ringworm. To date, I do not have a clear diagnosis, but from the opinions of internists it would appear that I have suffered damage to the immune system and it comes out mainly on the skin.
Excellent video. Very informative and confusing at the same time just as you mentioned.. from what you described I think I may have a combination of both. I will be doing some more research on this topic before Ivisit a dermatologist. Thank you so much for this informative video.
Thank you for doing this video. It was hard not to get emotional whilst watching and/or readings others comments. It’s super tough to have both of these skin conditions. I suffer with eczema. And boy do I suffer. 😅 Outside of the straightforward flare ups that Dr. Dray mentioned, I find that alcohol and dairy exacerbate my eczema even contributing to the flare up. I’m not sure if that’s been experienced by others here with the condition?
As someone who battled with severe psoriasis. The closest thing I got to a "cure” was getting put on an immune suppressant(Sotyktu) by my dermatologist. Steroid creams just weren’t cutting it… if anything they made it worse.
Thank you for this video. I'm using minoxidil and I thought it gave me eczema but for the description and the fact you mentioned that psoriasis is triggered by blood pressure medication - it must be psoriasis.
Thank you for this insightful video. I am on my second dermatologist with plantar/palmar psoriasis/eczema. The worst thing is the painful deep cracks that keep forming that leak serous fluid and blood. The biopsy came back as eczema but the topical steroids they prescribed just made it worse. To be fair, EVERYTHNG I put on it (and I tried every OTC skin topical) made it worse. The only things that helped were steroid injections and rosemary. The steroid shots made things better but only for a few weeks. The rosemary was fresh rosemary that I boiled up on the stove and then poured into an ice bath and soaked my feet for 20 min/day. That helped reduce the inflammation and pain from the large cracks that keep forming but started to diminish in effectiveness after about a month. I was patch tested for sensitivity to some 200 different substances and only 4 things turned up positive, none of which were contained in the ointments I was using. In this video you mentioned lithium and blood pressure medication can cause psoriasis. My psoriasis (and I believe it is psoriasis despite the biopsy results) began 6 months ago at the same time I started the BP med irbesartan. I decided to stop taking it about a month ago and I am waiting to see if my psoriasis clears up. (I switched to amlodipine instead.) Neither dermatologist mentioned that my BP medication could be the problem. I just decided on my own to verify whether or not it could be the culprit. So we'll see soon enough. Meanwhile I am going to try Vtama as soon as my insurance approves it.
Dear Dr. Dray, thank you for your caring and loving heart ❤️❤️💕💕! I suffer of eczema for 45 years now. And you are absolutely right it is impossible to stop from scratch. And only steroids can help esp on the eyes lids and lips.
Had mild ezcema as a child, came back in certain areas in 2019 and spread to most of my body in 2021. In 2021 had 2 recurring staph infections with 8 antibiotic treatment cycles on my scalp and neck, along with cuts that led to hyperpigmentation. Happy to say its under control with the use of topical steroids but absolutely hate the combination of ezcema and hyperhidroisis on the palms and underarms, luckily iontophoresis is doing the trick but it can be irritating.
Thanks for explaining the difference between these two conditions. I learn something new every day from you! Happy Thursday, Dr Dray!! Hope you have a peaceful evening. 💜
Thank you so much for the video darlin' I'm 61, athletic, professional etc... and yet... my dermatologist cannot identify what's going on in my arms... it's a horrible event I've never experienced and no one, not my oncologist,, or PCP, et.... nobody knows precisely what it is.... 'Hope to get past it soon, but it sucks. Totally sucks. Itching etc... Keep up the videos! Thank you. I'm learning little by little as I drive through this nightmare.
After seeing your video, I'm pretty sure I have atopic dermatitis on my right hand, especially between fingers. Had these same kind of very tiny blisters on both hands AND feet when I was ~5 yrs old. The doc had me hold my hands under UV light for timed sessions. Told me to alwys chk my feet when the blisters appeared on my hands. He called it a "fungus" and said it always starts on feet first and I shld never wear any kind of sox except 100% cotton, and wear no shoes/sox at all whenever possible. It all went away within about a yr or two. Now I am 76 and just happen to be under a great deal of stress, and those tiny, VERY itchy blisters have come back, only on one hand so far. Nothing on my feet this time. I also have asthma; and chocolate and dairy will cause me to have migraines (which many females on both sides of my family, and my siblings, also have). Cannot get a derm doc apt until mid-Oct. Calendula ointment has worked the best so far (and I use Hydcorizone cream, USP 1% - as little as possible...but it does help stop the terrible itching). I'm trying not to wash my hands so much but have a special-needs dog and have to wash up a LOT. I will get gloves. I'm grateful that I found your RUclips video. It helped me so much, esp since I can't get Derm doc apt for months. Thank you for all the detailed information. I found other websites to be pretty much useless.
As someone who has lived with eczema for a lifetime, and who has been intrigued by how psoriasis looks so different, It was fun for me to now check how many of these differences I already had picked up… felt like a fun quiz :) one thing I’m confused about is why people with psoriasis are convinced that sun exposure helps them - experience has made it clear to me that sun only makes my eczema worse. Is it just because people tune into a myth, or is there some temporary relief that masks the damage?
uvb light is effective for psoriasis. this is from the national psoriasis foundation website: Although both UVB and UVA are found in sunlight, UVB works best for psoriasis. UVB from the sun works the same way as UVB in phototherapy treatments. However, using sunlight to treat psoriasis is not recommended for everyone. Sunlight is not as effective for the treatment of psoriasis as prescription phototherapy. Talk with your health care provider to find out if treating with sunlight is right for you.
If you have both E & P please understand that all the medications the Doctors prescribe are making your skin dry out. Maybe that's why the go out in the sun as well. To dry it up
there is no information available on psoriasis on nails , would love to learn more about it, its a rare condition and people who has it cant get rid of it , would really appreciate some information regardless this topic , thankx in advance doctor Dray
I developed eczema in my early 20s. It was agonising, it kept me awake for nights until I finally decided the cream the pharmacist (he thought I caught something from the swimming pool) recommended was not working. Although I am not asthmatic, I am prone to having bronchitis. I have eczema on weird places: the back of my neck across the hair line, and inside both my my ears😥😥 When it flares, I have nasty looking ears as if I have excessive ear wax... some would fall off and stay on my shoulders... I don't even want to socialise... 😭😭
I suffer from it also for 3 yrs and I was able to get rid of mine permanently through the help of DR OSEMUAHU on RUclips you can contact him also he can help you❤
I found shampoos & soaps contributed to making the eczema worse. But I also found that that cleaning my scalp also made the eczema on my scalp and ears better. I shampoo with Head & Shoulders. I only apply the shampoo once because my skin is allergic to soaps, then I scrub gently but vigorously to rub off all loose scales and dirt during that soaping. Then I RINSE VERY WELL to be sure to get all the soap off leaving no residues. Now I rinse with a 25% organic apple cider vinegar rinse with 75% distilled water while in the shower and rub this into my scalp as well as possible. Do NOT rinse the apple cider vinegar rinse off because it helps treat the eczema. Just dry hair with a towel. If I do this twice a week it helps greatly by reducing the eczema and flaking of the scalp and ears.
The hereditary component is so strange..my Mom was diagnosed at 40 with RA...I was diagnosed at 43 with Psoriasis. My nephew was diagnosed at 22 with Psoriatic arthritis.
After seeing the photos you posted I’m grateful that I just get 6 or 8 small guttate spots on my left arm and my right leg. Yes to osteoarthritis, asthma and allergies They appear seasonally when the climate gets cold and the air is dry. Don’t remember when it started, early thirties I think. I’ve never asked my siblings🤔
I suffer from it also for 3 yrs and I was able to get rid of mine permanently through the help of DR OSEMUAHU on RUclips you can contact him also he can help you❤
I actually get both. My eczema seems to stay on my hands (my goodness it gets itchy!), behind my knees and on my scalp with occasional patches on my face when the skin disagrees with things. My psoriasis tends to stick to the bend of my elbow and it can be really itchy too but so so dry. My skin overall is dry but at the moment its ridiculous. I'm extremely anaemic and also vitamins D and B12 deficient so have been on daily medications for those but it hasn't helped the dryness at all. I've tried different creams and lotions, use non bio detergents but it's still dry. Under my eyes is that dry I look like I've aged 20 years in the last couple of months, it sucks quite honestly.
My poor daughter in law has such bad skin problems ..it does seem like she has both psoriasis and eczema.all over her body and face sometimes she can’t even move her neck as the skin becomes so dry and stiff.she’s been given steroids and steroid cream and sent on her way by the NHS .she’s had patch tests which were inconclusive.she has a heart of gold one of the nicest humans I’ve ever known ,I hate to see her suffer like she does.I hate to say this but it’s got worse since she met my son and they are very happy.could there be a link?
I have psoriasis and my husband and son have eczema. I gotta watch what laundry soap and shampoo we use, foods, types of clothing etc. Having these skin conditions is not fun :(
I've battled atopic dermatitis for 47 miserable years while adhering to my Dermatologist advice assiduously. Yet my Dermatologist didn't mention how if I don't literally exfoliate large areas of my skin it will endlessly itch. By using an abrasive glove I scrape off the dry, yet still adherent layer of epidermis, while showering. After I apply the nonsteroidal cream and PEG 40 mixed with CBD oil. Last, a moderate amount of THC is smoked negating 'nearly' all desire to scratch, while availing a restful night of sleep. Reputable studies indicate the efficacy of cannabinoids being employed as an effective antiinflammatory agent. Respectfully suggest an emollient with THC and CBD in a ratio determined by 'well informed consumers', not incarcerated by prescription and a far higher, commensurate, cost!
I just put a bunch of Olivera on it it’s burning like fire, but it is not itching it’s burning instead so maybe that’s a better thing you know maybe it’s going to heal it I don’t know it’s Olivera
battling eczema in one spot currently. My dermatologist gave me a script for a cream that is doing wonders. However, apparently I also have hives at the same time! talk about misery - every part of my body has been itchy to the point of bleeding from scratching (have woken up scratching myself). handling that with OTC benadryl which has helped quite a bit. Combating the 2 issues was driving me crazy as I didn't know what it was. She ordered blood work as well to rule out any underlying issues but all seems to be in order. Definitely am glad I went to the doctor as everything else I was trying was not working. Great videos - thank you!
i’ve had eczema since i was a child, it went away for a few years and for the past few years it’s back and always my hands :( getting a dermatologist referral is so long and difficult and i’m already in the process of an autoimmune disease diagnosis so my time is so taken up by other doctors and procedures atm. my whole hands get SO red, dry, cracked and very painful!!! eczema is a nuisance
can we use lactic acid for comodengs and texture skin ? in a long run Doctor. thank you for giving us all the information for free. like we are truly happy and bless in your care where we true knowledge
Thank you for the video! I have psoriasis diagnosed in adolescence that only appears on my scalp but I also seem to get inflammation easily and extremely sensitive skin throughout my whole body. I’ve never considered them to be related but it makes sense. Auto-immune conditions 😞 Also I notice that psoriasis is worse during my menstrual period, is that normal?
Yes during period it flares more, I suffer for 17 years in my hands and my skin got so bad because of topical steroids which mask it. Now that I dont use steroids it gives me so much stress cuz they flare all the time
"Don't self diagnose." Great advice. I just waited 9 months for a Dermatology appointment, just to get a call, a day before my appointment, from their office, canceling the appointment and them trying to rescheduling it for 6 more months out. I HAVE to self diagnose because I can't get a Dr. to see me. Love Dermatologists SOOOO much!!!! 😡
I agree. Getting a Dr. A dermatologist appointment.
Yes go to a dermatologist so they can tell you to apply steroid creams for the rest of your life and then immune suppressant injections later on. Oh yeah and keep moisturising until your skin can no longer breathe. That is professional dermatologist advice!
I am having a similar problem. I am in such agony, it irritates me and has altered my life. I can't work. Etc.
I have what sounds like Eczema on my scalp. Thanks for your video.
@@Unknown-ki8ykespecially cause with eczema all they can prescribe is addictive creams and immune suppresding injections! So yes i will self diagnoise with eczema i can see AND feel it its truly not rocket science! I agree with you 100%!
I was treated for psoriasis of the palms and feet for over 20 years with all the creams, ointments and even biologics. Nothing worked. Frequent trips to the doctors’ office for more meds. I changed my diet for other reasons and to my shock, psoriasis cleared up. I avoid all seed oils, processed foods, sugars and most carbs. Simple one ingredient foods, nothing processed or high carbs and seed oils. No medications needed, all flare ups cleared up. Dermatologists never suggested changing my diet. Wonderful self discovery for sure. I am not a doctor and cannot say this approach would work for others. It did for me!
Did you get rid of dairy?
There's a whole long list of ailments that can be treated with the dietary changes you described. I don't think the medical profession has caught on yet.
Are you vegetarian vegan or carnivore?
@@gilessteve Oh, it is a KNOWN factor, but it is not shared, in fact, it's discouraged from discussing this, UNLESS you go to a naturopathic Dr. The difference between the 2, is that Doctors are controlled and incentivised by the pharmaceutical companies, who obviously make money by treating with prescription meds, and the 2 work hand in hand. The goal is NOT on curing the patient, but to keep them coming back, for, you guessed it- MORE money. There is no money in cures. And the goal of a naturopathic doctor is to actually CURE the patient, WITHOUT medicines. 😊
@@time2see192 Yes, there's no money to be made out of healthy people.
I have psoriasis and it is so awful. It impacts my life every single day. There's no treatment that works for the long term so it's always a game of chasing what will work... for now. Some of the treatments are dangerous and even carcinogenic. It's impacted my self-esteem and comfort and general quality of life. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. I had my first flare about 7-8 years ago and the only time it receded even a little bit was while I was pregnant. But it came back within a few months postpartum. I wish people understood these conditions more because it seems like sometimes people are worried that it is contageous. It's autoimmune so you can't catch it!
Please take homoeopathic treatment from an experienced doctor, who will understand your personality and give the perfect medicine. I myself am a homoeopathic doctor for 20 years and have cured plenty of cases. Pls go with an open mind and give the doctor some time to change a few medicines till you get the perfect remedy
Ayurveda can cure it completely
I’m please put it out for p
I got this thing after i got covid, like you say it is a nightmare, and everybody thinks is contagious, even doctors, when i first went to my main doctor, the nurses and the doctor did not even wanted to get close to me, they stayed closed to the door, i am not sure what they were thinking, it is so uncomfortable. This worker at sams club told his coworker behind my back i looked nasty. It first appeared when i was 36, i will figure out how to get rid of it.
They say, psoriasis starts in the gut.
I have both conditions. I’ve had eczema since I was a kid. Unfortunately, I suddenly had lots of lesions all over my body at 26 and it turned out I had psoriasis. Now I’m trying to prevent the flare and I can say it’s challenging indeed. I truly appreciate your explanation dr Dray.
hey don't worry you will get cured just meet with a Ayurvedic doctor
same here😢
same here, eczema diagnosed in my teen years and psoriasis diagnosed in my 20s
@@chesnolastnameyou need help or you got treatment?
Hi Dr Dray I have had eczema all my life (I'm now 50), but no one talks about how menopause can make it so so much worse. The increased dryness and hot flushes during perimenopause flared my eczema so much it was a nightmare. I also developed rosacea during that time period. Even though I'm now fully menopausal (four years since my last period) I am still struggling with more flares than I had prior to the lack of estrogen. Another gift of the menopause lol and something no one ever seems to mention. It does make sense in a way - the skin thins, the oil production has pretty much stopped completely (I had very dry skin before, but now it's incredibly dry) and estrogen is a lubricating factor in all tissues of the body.
The hand water blisters are indeed incredibly itchy btw and I have to wear gloves to bed to stop me scratching. I should also mention I have a host of other auto immune issues eg seasonal allergies (that last all year lol), previous endometriosis, mild asthma, arthritis and the list goes on. I have to moisturise head to toe at least twice a day and use all fragrance free products. I also have to be very careful with plant "extracts", as these can also cause a lot of issues. Best wishes.
I have a few videos on mature skin that touch on dry skin….very common in both men & women with age related changes in the skin.
@@DrDrayzday That's true and I've watched them, but my point was more about the worsening of existing skin conditions with menopause. Menopause is so much more involved than most of us knew beforehand - at least my friends and I had symptoms that are rarely mentioned on top of the more commonly known issues. x
same here. I'm in a bad flareup, in addition to seborrheic dermatitis, and my dr thinks its a combination of stress and my hormones. I'm perimenopausal. Trying so many things, I'm losing track of what's working and what isn't anymore. Hope you are improved.
@@amberpipkin thanks its just how it is and eczema flares up and then dies down on and off. I’m sorry you’re struggling too, but it becomes something you learn how to manage better as time goes on. I’m currently not in an active flare of either the eczema or rosacea, so I’m good right now. Many thanks x
This video could not be more timely. I have my first dermatologist appointment in my adult life tomorrow to get my moles checked. I was filling out my paperwork and found myself wondering was it eczema or psoriasis that I had as a kid. You totally cleared it up for me. It was eczema.
How'd it go?
@@jenmarie2030 moles are great. Thank you. I did find out I have rosacea and milia though along with hormonal acne. So, fun!
@@angelaruyle2041when did your eczema first start, and when did it go away?
@jonathanb.7481 it started early elementary school and I think I stopped having issues around 18. Switching to fragrance free everything helped alot.
I've had eczema since I was a kid. My derm said I would grow out of it. 30years later still dealing with. Now it's just about controlling the flair ups. It really does effect your relationships with others
It can get intense
❤ Gosh so sorry!
My mom does light therapy for her eczema and she said it’s really helped.
@@youheartmel if you know the device your mom is using, would you share? Thanks!
They also gave that therapy in sun tan salons now - red light therapy
I was diagnosed with Psoriasis when I was 19, and I hate it. I had no idea about the use of a scalp scrubber possibly making scalp Psoriasis worse. 🤦♀️ I do however disagree with the Psoriasis being less itchy. My itch can drive me crazy at times. It also isn't a normal itch, it burns and has a pinching sensation at times. I deal with plaque, guttate, and inverse. For me moisturizing is key to trying to keep it somewhat under control.
So it has no cure?
@@yogipatil-6533 yes, eczema has no cure either
Omg my psoriasis drives me insane. I make myself bleed with itchiness
Ask your dermatologist if it could be a parasite infection on the skin from an animal. They tried to say I have early eczema and it wasn't and I think it's an over population of dermodex mites or d canis mites from dogs. There's an allergic reaction to mites unknown from animals or our body makes too many dermodex d brevis or d folliculium. Just ask your dermatologist to test you! I went 9 months.
@@rehanne18 You do not want to break the skin, because then infection can set in. If I break the skin, I ALWAYS apply antibiotic ointment and bandage because I have had several infections already from scratching to where the skin broke and infection set in. Not good! Infection can get into the bone and cause other serious problems.
Thank you so much for this video! I had psoriasis as a child and my derm back then thought it was ringworm. I remember being prescribed an anti fungal spray the literally burned my skin. I ended up getting a biopsy, a proper diagnosis and treatment and my psoriasis has been in remission for 20+ years.
This is encouraging. May I ask which treatment you used ? Thanks.
@@bertinahkilinda3805 I was given steroid creams. This was a long time ago and I was a child so I have no idea what it was. I eventually outgrew my psoriasis and it never came back.
@@julimeyer7 Thank you.
The same thing happened to me! I was told by three doctors that I had ringworm and prescribed a fungal cream. I did not use it because I felt it was a wrong diagnosis. They did a biopsy and found it was indeed not ringworm!
I’ve had psoriasis since l was 13 weeks old. I have never not had it and l am currently 54 years old. Up until l was in my 30’s it was extremely itchy. Now l have arthritis that is the result of my psoriasis. I think l have tried every cream, lotion, injection available. I have come to the conclusion that you just have to love the skin you’re in
Eczema is horrible. I had an eczema flare some months back along my neck and top of shoulders. Holy moley the itchiness was insane. Never had eczema before.
Tough to cope with for sure
Man I feel for you because same here. I just developed mine 3 years ago and it has changed my life negatively. Just when I feel as though I have figured out what helps with flare ups, I find it’s ineffective and vice versa. It’s gotten to the point where my confidence is so shot that I’ve become a recluse and wear clothing that covers most of my body. It’s been a very emotional experience for me. So I feel for you and I hope you get relief. ❤
How do you get rid of it
I’m 39 and just now getting eczema !
Now Dr I have dermatitis
I'm 43 & have had dermatitis/eczema for the last 10yrs. It started under my armpits & was caused by a dry roll-on deodorant. I'd used it for years but when this reaction first happened it was when the deodorant company changed to a 'new & improved formula'. My reaction looked like the photo you showed in your video. My doctor (I'd been with for many many years) wasn't available so I had to see another Dr from a different surgery. This doctor straight out said (without looking at it closely) it was a fungal infection & said I had to put Canesten cream on it for the full 10 day course. It made it worse. I went back & he was like oh dear. He then prescribed me a topical ointment. Just when I thought it couldn't get worse... It did! It looked like third degree burns, it felt like my armpits were on fire & they were extremely dry to the point that I couldn't put my arms down by my sides. I went back to the Dr. He was shocked & as he was about to suggest something else I demanded a referral to a dermatologist. The dermatologist was amazing. He explained everything from what causes it, what to avoid (food/chemical/streets/environment wise), how to treat & maintain & put me on a treatment plan for different creams/ointments & products for washing my body etc & my clothes to cover all bases. I couldn't wear any deodorant for 8wks & until it was fully healed. It was Summer too 😭.... My armpits have been good since, with only little flare-ups. Now my only areas where I get it are my fingers with the clear liquid filled blisters which I have cream for if they burst & I get the extremely dry/itchy/red lips which I have an ointment for. Both the cream & ointment are prescription medication, very expensive & I can only use sparingly because it can make matters worse. I keep on top of the lips with my MooGoo lip balm & this last Winter, here in Australia 🦘🇦🇺, has been my first Winter without any lip issues at all... 💖💖
Same thing happened to me! I refused to use the antifungal cream. Had a biopsy and it came back saying it was not ringworm!
Thank you for bringing more awareness to these conditions. Although, as someone who has lived with psoriasis since I was toddler, now 43 years, I'd say there is quite a bit more to this. I'm lucky to have dry psoriasis that doesn't produce oily scales and there is no pus what so ever. Psoriasis always flares with cold damp dark periods of winter and becomes much better with sun and swimming a lot in sea or ocean. Its an autoimmune condition that affects your joins (I got the aches since I was in my 20s when flying and when I was not rested enough), nails and makes you quite sensitive (foods/ skincare/stress/other infections). With hormonal changes (puberty/childbirth) one's psoriasis can actually become much better. I had it very bad as a child, but since puberty, Its been mostly on my scalp (dark tops are no-go) and knees/elbows, which I consider I relief. Also, its important to take care of your teeth, so there are no infections and I even got my tonsils cut, after which my psoriasis got better. Just a few years ago, my GP prescribed me a lotion for scalp and cream for elbows that I use for a week or two until the scales disappear. I keep a break for a month and when psoriasis appears again, I use my medication again. The most important however, I've felt is your diet, healthy lifestyle and managing your stress level. Sugar, alcohol, smoking, too spicy foods, too processed food, vinegar, gluten, too much dairy, too much fried food - its bad for my gut microflora thats very sensitive due to psoriasis. I eat organic and keto right now with lots of fresh vegetables. Its important to eat healthy, sleep well, do intermittent fasting, do sports, and keep your weight healthy when you have psoriasis. Also to move to a warmer climate if thats an option. For my skin 10% urea creams are great, and I use fragrance free products, allergy-free washing products for my clothes. Since I've also anxiety and depression (like many people who have psoriasis), I've therapy, take my medication and try to plan my work load so I can rest properly. From vitamines, D3, omega-3 and B vitamines are extremely important for someone who has psoriasis. All in all, its a condition dependant on the lifestyle so there is a lot one can do to manage it, but sure its very debilitating especially in social situations. And another thing- psoriasis can also itch like crazy, especially during the flare-up.
You perfectly described my conditions since I was born ( will be 60 this year.) They say my psoriasis was due to a reaction to penicillin? Anyway, as I was reading this it let me know I’m not alone! Currently the only issues I have that bug me .. is where my glasses rub my face…. Thanks ….👍K👍
Very informative. Maybe I have both. Dermatologist initially said dermatitis, then sent him pic of my left hand which was really swollen, gets dry, cracked, red, rash, and is extremely itchy. He then said it might be something else. It took takes so long getting a appt, then topicals are prescribed, which usually doesn't work, sometimes makes it worse. It started on my face, then migrated to different parts of my body. My left hand has been consistently affected. I will be getting a skin patch test. I have been urgent care, seen the dermatologist 2x so far. The last appt dermatologist said my face was too swollen to get a patch test.
I've eczema since childhood and gotten better with age. Until 4 years ago, a severe full body flare up appeared. Now I am still seeing my dermatologist with monthly ongoing treatment. Journey was hellish yet I'm adapting cause I wanna avoid lingering mental illness. It cost my self-love, self-esteem, self-motivation. But I am more repulsed of dragging others into my depressive state.
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I was just diagnosed with eczema. Thank you for this information!
You are absolutely right. Only a board-certified Dermatologist can really tell the difference. Unfortunate and that I have a great dermatologist. Who knows what she’s doing. I have eczema and psoriasis on different body parts. I have both on my scalp. The absolute worst itching in the whole world though it’s on my back because I’m not limber enough anymore to really scratch so I have to use a back scratcher which I know is not always a good idea either. I’ve been trying to use the same cleansers and lotions for both skin conditions. I hope that’s OK. I’m just doing topicals. I chose not to do any Biologics or anything because of side effects. I I tried Otezla and it gave me insomnia. If either condition ever spreads to my face, then I would probably try an oral medication. Thank you for the great video. It helps me to stay reminded of what this is all about.
She definitely doesn’t recommend the back scratcher
You are a wonderful physician that cares. INFO MATION IS THE KEY!!!!
I can't say I agree with this video. From everything said, only the clear line about psoriasis resonated with me. I have had psoriasis for 10 years now, and I don't have it in any of the places you mentioned. I have it on my leg (only on one side), on my face around my nose and mouth, on my head (where it first appeared), and in my eyebrows. Everywhere else is clear.
Additionally, my psoriasis is almost never flaky; it is always really red because of the creams. It only becomes flaky if I scratch it a lot. For me, psoriasis is super itchy, like crazy itchy. I can't go more than two hours without scratching it.
I had plaque psoriasis on my legs, especially calves. Would come up every fall and go away when summer came and the sun would clear it up. My derm did a biopsy but I don't remember if the results were definitive.
Had this for 20+ years, every year. Used steroid cream and Vectical, which I loved. I also had dyshydrotic eczema on my palms.
I quit smoking in October 2012 and the psoriasis/eczema disappeared after than winter. Haven't had a breakout since. However, I do have a couple nail beds that have been permanently affected by the psoriasis.
At some point could you talk about lichen Plantus? It’s another skin condition that has features that are similar to both psoriasis and eczema but it’s neither and people don’t talk about it much unless they’re talking about the oral version.
I always learn something new thank to Dr. Dray, thank you😊🙏❤
Thank you for all you do !!! I’m so glad I found you. Happy Thursday ❤
Thanks for watching
I have just been diagnosed with psoriasis, I have a small patch above my left eye which is inconvenient but I’ll just have to learn to live with it.
Thanks!
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Psoriasis on scalp is really awful to deal with, but I’ve managed to keep it under control with Nizoral 2%.
Can you talk about Redman Syndrome, this was me 4 mos ago. Also, my sister has had psoriasis all life, she freaks out, if she gets sick, has a surgery, cuts herself, gets stressed out and more bc hers will flare big time. The doctor told our mother in 1970s that psoriasis comes from the gut. I believe this
After I had a major surgery, I had a really itchy patch in my inner elbow that I couldn’t get rid of. My family doctor thought it might be psoriasis but then sent me to a dermatologist who said it was eczema. I was so confused because I thought these were both things you just always had or you didn’t. I had no idea stress could flare it up like that! Thankfully, after a few months, it went away!
Thank you for talking about this, I will be work citing you on my anatomy physiology final paper ❤
Thanks for watching
Thanks Dr. Dray another amazing video! Very helpful 😊 My baby suffers from eczema and it’s awful.
It's like you read my mind!! Thank you so much for your videos always adding value
The longer I watch this the more I'm coming to terms that I've had eczema for years. Awesome. Thanks for the info though!
Mine was gone permanently through the help of DR OSEMUAHU on RUclips you can contact him also he can help you …
Psoriasis since age 7 I think, developed after Strep throat. I hope so badly that my two kids don’t inherit it as well. My grandma had it, dad had it, I have it, as well as a niece. All on my dads side.
I ended up trying vicks vaporub. It calms the itch. It stings but works instantly. Helps healing the patches and keeps the area moist.
This is an amazing video!! I am a new esthetician and this info is so helpful!! Can you do more like these😂
Thanks for watching
I watch them all! So appreciate you❤
Thank you so much for this extremely informative and helpful video. I cannot even express how grateful I am. Cause I have got these dry, itchy, scales on my feet, thighs
Thanks for watching
After the COVID-19, I had some hand sterilizer left over. Just for fun, to see what would happen, I applied some of it to a patch of psoriasis that had been on my right arm for about 20 years. I also then wrapped the area with plastic wrap to keep the area air tight and moist. This was left on for one day. In a short time, the psoriasis was 95% gone. I then left it as is for several months to see if it would go back to the way it was. It did not return to its original status. So today I am trying another hand sterilizer to see if I can rid of the remaining 5%. I also used the old hand sterilizer, in combination with my other secret ingredient, to remove a pea sized wart that was located on my upper right eyelid. That took some time. It would get smaller and smaller, but sometimes go back to the larger size, and so it began to seem as though it was all hopeless, but the final day came when it just peeled right off, and that made it worth it.
Great informational video! Thanks!
This was extremely helpful. Thank you!
The other condition that kind of looks like psoriasis; the one that diabetics usually get, that leathery/velvety feeling overpigmentation. Acanthosis Nigricans.
Also gets worsened by friction.
Happy Thursday, Dr. Dray 🤍☀️😊
Happy Thursday
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Best advice GO to a board certified dermatologists!! It’s horrible having allergies they started while covid.. so now i have to take care more 😓
Eczema queen right here 🖐
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I wish I could forfeit the title
Worst are cases pseudopsorasis when is heard to define even by dermatologist If its already mycosis fungoides skin lymphoma or " just something minor "
I remember a dermatologist that I trained with telling me that you cannot have both at the same time...guess I will find out now :) Happy Thursday Dr Dray and peeps!!!!
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My daughter has both…she has had eczema since she was young but psoriasis appeared in her late teens and early 20s. The eczema is on her hands, elbows, knees mainly. Her psoriasis became really bad but luckily she is on a biologic now that decrease her flares. She is almost 30, and became a beer microbrewer. Gluten definitely cause flares so she has a rough time at work! Dairy is bad as well so she stays away as much as possible! She had to switch her derm due to insurance and it’s been a battle! Mama Bear had to “politely” explain to the doc and insurance company because her depression was causing her to give in too easily. She developed a 5th type, Guttate due to the delay in the biologic administration. Please remember that the patient knows their body and lives with the agony daily. Sweet girl is back under control with both conditions 🙏 Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Haha. Was he a friend with family doctors who think you can’t have viral and bacterial infecțions at the șame time?
My granddaughter has had psoriasis since she was small, she was put on oral medication and it was under control but the side effect, which she was told, is testing positive for TB, she doesn’t have it but they had to take her off the medication until she no longer tests positive. I’ve had these red/brown patches on my skin since my teens, if I go out into the sun, I tan except in those areas. They go away in the winter months but the heat and wearing clothes in the summer, they come back. I just use a cortisone cream when I see them. On my arm, I have a red itchy small patch and am able to keep it under control with the cortisone cream.
This is sp incredibly helpful as I have both. Thank you for sharing so freely.
That must be incredibly difficult. :(
Informative as always! I have been diagnosed with both eczema and psoriasis. My dr never really went into detail about the difference between the two. I was was just told it was connected to my auto immune diseases.
I have RA, I was wondering the same thing
@@jessie9653 i have MS so i’ve wondered if my eczema could be related or correlated to inflammation elsewhere too
Been battling an eczema flare up. My lotions are in the fridge and anytime I think of itching I grab an ice pack. Really has helped me! Wet wrapping has helped so much too. The itch is so horrible and I noticed that I just gotten in a habit of scratching unnoticed. Now trying to just get my brain to grab lotion when the itch signal comes.
Hey @Shelly can you tell more about wet wrapping ? My brother has eczema and I wish to help as much as possible.
Doesn’t it feel uncomfortable to use cold lotion? I feel so uncomfortable when I tried that
@@21972012145525 no it honestly relieves the itch for me almost instantly. Plus the cold doesn’t last long at all. It’s like a sec then your hands and body begin to warm it personally. It’s more uncomfortable always having to go to my kitchen for lotion haha.
@@kunikagosain9733 hey! With the wet wrapping apply you lotion, appointments whatever moisturizer you need. Then dampen a clean I believe cotton wrap, cotton clothing or gauze,place on the area. I wrapped my legs all the way up. Then wrap a dry layer on top pajamas or sweats. Honestly when I do mine at home. I used gauze and paper towels because that’s all I had then I wrapped cheese clothes around that then my pjs. I hope I explained that well! Oh you can leave it for several hours or overnight. Just don’t want it to dry out
@@Shellybellyy yes! I’d agree with that, especially if your itchy in bed 😓
I'd love to see a video talking about alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis.
I see a lot of people blaming their hair loss on seb derm, sometimes with just a self diagnosis based on the presence of some scale, erythema and/or itch.
I have hair loss itchy scalp so I think I have seborrheic dermatitis.
I have has some stress but also it started when I was prescribed statins and betablockers.
I've spent a fortune on shampoos.
I'm waiting for blood test results from doctors.
I have diagnosed sebderm on my scalp ( by several derm and doctors ) , and I now have lost about 70 to 80% of my hair. It happened to me twice and the only way to stop the hairloss is to control the sebderm . I was free from it for a short period of 5 year ish and my hair grew back beautifully. Hairloss started as soon as the sebderm came back ( mine is triggered by hormonal changes )
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After the second dose of the Biontech vaccine, I got skin symptoms on my eyelids, hands and forearms. 4 different dermatologists diagnosed psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and there was even a suggestion of tuberculosis. Among the ointments that broke through were those with corticosteroids, ointments with silver and for ringworm. To date, I do not have a clear diagnosis, but from the opinions of internists it would appear that I have suffered damage to the immune system and it comes out mainly on the skin.
Excellent video. Very informative and confusing at the same time just as you mentioned.. from what you described I think I may have a combination of both. I will be doing some more research on this topic before Ivisit a dermatologist. Thank you so much for this informative video.
Please make a video on lichen planus too
Can you make a video on dupixent for eczema?
Second this
Thank you so much for the information 🌷
Thank you for doing this video. It was hard not to get emotional whilst watching and/or readings others comments. It’s super tough to have both of these skin conditions. I suffer with eczema. And boy do I suffer. 😅 Outside of the straightforward flare ups that Dr. Dray mentioned, I find that alcohol and dairy exacerbate my eczema even contributing to the flare up. I’m not sure if that’s been experienced by others here with the condition?
Dairy 👋
Also dairy.
DAIRY. Yes same absolutely dairy flares mine up
Happy Thursday! Thank you for your videos my fav RUclipsr
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Thank you!
Thank you doctor 😊😊
thanks great advice. my son does see his doctor and has had eczema since he was little it's so much better now that he is fourteen.
As someone who battled with severe psoriasis. The closest thing I got to a "cure” was getting put on an immune suppressant(Sotyktu) by my dermatologist. Steroid creams just weren’t cutting it… if anything they made it worse.
You need help or you got treatment for it
Thank you for this video. I'm using minoxidil and I thought it gave me eczema but for the description and the fact you mentioned that psoriasis is triggered by blood pressure medication - it must be psoriasis.
Thanks for an excellent dissection of the topic.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this insightful video. I am on my second dermatologist with plantar/palmar psoriasis/eczema. The worst thing is the painful deep cracks that keep forming that leak serous fluid and blood. The biopsy came back as eczema but the topical steroids they prescribed just made it worse. To be fair, EVERYTHNG I put on it (and I tried every OTC skin topical) made it worse. The only things that helped were steroid injections and rosemary. The steroid shots made things better but only for a few weeks. The rosemary was fresh rosemary that I boiled up on the stove and then poured into an ice bath and soaked my feet for 20 min/day. That helped reduce the inflammation and pain from the large cracks that keep forming but started to diminish in effectiveness after about a month.
I was patch tested for sensitivity to some 200 different substances and only 4 things turned up positive, none of which were contained in the ointments I was using.
In this video you mentioned lithium and blood pressure medication can cause psoriasis. My psoriasis (and I believe it is psoriasis despite the biopsy results) began 6 months ago at the same time I started the BP med irbesartan. I decided to stop taking it about a month ago and I am waiting to see if my psoriasis clears up. (I switched to amlodipine instead.) Neither dermatologist mentioned that my BP medication could be the problem. I just decided on my own to verify whether or not it could be the culprit. So we'll see soon enough.
Meanwhile I am going to try Vtama as soon as my insurance approves it.
Hi, Thank you for mentioning about BP medication, effects, So after you switched to amlodipine, did it work ?
🥰🥰🥰 Thank you Dr. Dray very informative.
Thank you, Dr, Dray!🥰
Dear Dr. Dray, thank you for your caring and loving heart ❤️❤️💕💕! I suffer of eczema for 45 years now. And you are absolutely right it is impossible to stop from scratch. And only steroids can help esp on the eyes lids and lips.
Never use steroids around the eyes because steroids will damage the eyes!
Thank you. I really appreciate all your eczema videos.
Had mild ezcema as a child, came back in certain areas in 2019 and spread to most of my body in 2021. In 2021 had 2 recurring staph infections with 8 antibiotic treatment cycles on my scalp and neck, along with cuts that led to hyperpigmentation. Happy to say its under control with the use of topical steroids but absolutely hate the combination of ezcema and hyperhidroisis on the palms and underarms, luckily iontophoresis is doing the trick but it can be irritating.
Thanks for explaining the difference between these two conditions. I learn something new every day from you! Happy Thursday, Dr Dray!! Hope you have a peaceful evening. 💜
Thank you so much for the video darlin' I'm 61, athletic, professional etc... and yet... my dermatologist cannot identify what's going on in my arms... it's a horrible event I've never experienced and no one, not my oncologist,, or PCP, et.... nobody knows precisely what it is.... 'Hope to get past it soon, but it sucks. Totally sucks. Itching etc... Keep up the videos! Thank you. I'm learning little by little as I drive through this nightmare.
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After seeing your video, I'm pretty sure I have atopic dermatitis on my right hand, especially between fingers. Had these same kind of very tiny blisters on both hands AND feet when I was ~5 yrs old. The doc had me hold my hands under UV light for timed sessions. Told me to alwys chk my feet when the blisters appeared on my hands. He called it a "fungus" and said it always starts on feet first and I shld never wear any kind of sox except 100% cotton, and wear no shoes/sox at all whenever possible. It all went away within about a yr or two. Now I am 76 and just happen to be under a great deal of stress, and those tiny, VERY itchy blisters have come back, only on one hand so far. Nothing on my feet this time. I also have asthma; and chocolate and dairy will cause me to have migraines (which many females on both sides of my family, and my siblings, also have). Cannot get a derm doc apt until mid-Oct. Calendula ointment has worked the best so far (and I use Hydcorizone cream, USP 1% - as little as possible...but it does help stop the terrible itching). I'm trying not to wash my hands so much but have a special-needs dog and have to wash up a LOT. I will get gloves. I'm grateful that I found your RUclips video. It helped me so much, esp since I can't get Derm doc apt for months. Thank you for all the detailed information. I found other websites to be pretty much useless.
Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis patient here 🙋🏼♀️ .
As someone who has lived with eczema for a lifetime, and who has been intrigued by how psoriasis looks so different, It was fun for me to now check how many of these differences I already had picked up… felt like a fun quiz :) one thing I’m confused about is why people with psoriasis are convinced that sun exposure helps them - experience has made it clear to me that sun only makes my eczema worse. Is it just because people tune into a myth, or is there some temporary relief that masks the damage?
uvb light is effective for psoriasis. this is from the national psoriasis foundation website:
Although both UVB and UVA are found in sunlight, UVB works best for psoriasis. UVB from the sun works the same way as UVB in phototherapy treatments.
However, using sunlight to treat psoriasis is not recommended for everyone. Sunlight is not as effective for the treatment of psoriasis as prescription phototherapy. Talk with your health care provider to find out if treating with sunlight is right for you.
If you have both E & P please understand that all the medications the Doctors prescribe are making your skin dry out. Maybe that's why the go out in the sun as well. To dry it up
Thank you Dr Dray
Thank you for this very informative video. It has really helped me.
Amazing video very helpful ☺️😊
The itch feels so bad that I wanna razor the top layer!! 😫
The worst!
there is no information available on psoriasis on nails , would love to learn more about it, its a rare condition and people who has it cant get rid of it , would really appreciate some information regardless this topic , thankx in advance doctor Dray
Mine was gone permanently through the help of DR OSEMUAHU on RUclips you can contact him also he can help you …
I developed eczema in my early 20s. It was agonising, it kept me awake for nights until I finally decided the cream the pharmacist (he thought I caught something from the swimming pool) recommended was not working. Although I am not asthmatic, I am prone to having bronchitis. I have eczema on weird places: the back of my neck across the hair line, and inside both my my ears😥😥 When it flares, I have nasty looking ears as if I have excessive ear wax... some would fall off and stay on my shoulders... I don't even want to socialise... 😭😭
I suffer from it also for 3 yrs and I was able to get rid of mine permanently through the help of DR OSEMUAHU on RUclips you can contact him also he can help you❤
I found shampoos & soaps contributed to making the eczema worse. But I also found that that cleaning my scalp also made the eczema on my scalp and ears better. I shampoo with Head & Shoulders. I only apply the shampoo once because my skin is allergic to soaps, then I scrub gently but vigorously to rub off all loose scales and dirt during that soaping. Then I RINSE VERY WELL to be sure to get all the soap off leaving no residues. Now I rinse with a 25% organic apple cider vinegar rinse with 75% distilled water while in the shower and rub this into my scalp as well as possible. Do NOT rinse the apple cider vinegar rinse off because it helps treat the eczema. Just dry hair with a towel. If I do this twice a week it helps greatly by reducing the eczema and flaking of the scalp and ears.
Thank you Dr. Dray, you very knowledgeable!! I have Seb dermatitis. 😢 hard to deal with at too.
The hereditary component is so strange..my Mom was diagnosed at 40 with RA...I was diagnosed at 43 with Psoriasis. My nephew was diagnosed at 22 with Psoriatic arthritis.
After seeing the photos you posted I’m grateful that I just get 6 or 8 small guttate spots on my left arm and my right leg. Yes to osteoarthritis, asthma and allergies They appear seasonally when the climate gets cold and the air is dry. Don’t remember when it started, early thirties I think. I’ve never asked my siblings🤔
I suffer from it also for 3 yrs and I was able to get rid of mine permanently through the help of DR OSEMUAHU on RUclips you can contact him also he can help you❤
Problem is i have seen 4 doctors and all 4 go back and forth can't figure out what it is 😓
That was very helpful!
I actually get both. My eczema seems to stay on my hands (my goodness it gets itchy!), behind my knees and on my scalp with occasional patches on my face when the skin disagrees with things. My psoriasis tends to stick to the bend of my elbow and it can be really itchy too but so so dry. My skin overall is dry but at the moment its ridiculous. I'm extremely anaemic and also vitamins D and B12 deficient so have been on daily medications for those but it hasn't helped the dryness at all. I've tried different creams and lotions, use non bio detergents but it's still dry. Under my eyes is that dry I look like I've aged 20 years in the last couple of months, it sucks quite honestly.
My poor daughter in law has such bad skin problems ..it does seem like she has both psoriasis and eczema.all over her body and face sometimes she can’t even move her neck as the skin becomes so dry and stiff.she’s been given steroids and steroid cream and sent on her way by the NHS .she’s had patch tests which were inconclusive.she has a heart of gold one of the nicest humans I’ve ever known ,I hate to see her suffer like she does.I hate to say this but it’s got worse since she met my son and they are very happy.could there be a link?
I have psoriasis and my husband and son have eczema. I gotta watch what laundry soap and shampoo we use, foods, types of clothing etc. Having these skin conditions is not fun :(
I've battled atopic dermatitis for 47 miserable years while adhering to my Dermatologist advice assiduously. Yet my Dermatologist didn't mention how if I don't literally exfoliate large areas of my skin it will endlessly itch. By using an abrasive glove I scrape off the dry, yet still adherent layer of epidermis, while showering. After I apply the nonsteroidal cream and PEG 40 mixed with CBD oil. Last, a moderate amount of THC is smoked negating 'nearly' all desire to scratch, while availing a restful night of sleep. Reputable studies indicate the efficacy of cannabinoids being employed as an effective antiinflammatory agent. Respectfully suggest an emollient with THC and CBD in a ratio determined by 'well informed consumers', not incarcerated by prescription and a far higher, commensurate, cost!
Can you talk about keratoderma vs. psoriasis?
Also, which blood pressure medications make it worse?
great video! need more like it :) A.topic and Psoriasis are so hard to deal with! TU! I have both :(
Thank you for showing it on darker toned skinned. They can often times look a different than on paler caucasian skin🫶🏾
I just put a bunch of Olivera on it it’s burning like fire, but it is not itching it’s burning instead so maybe that’s a better thing you know maybe it’s going to heal it I don’t know it’s Olivera
battling eczema in one spot currently. My dermatologist gave me a script for a cream that is doing wonders. However, apparently I also have hives at the same time! talk about misery - every part of my body has been itchy to the point of bleeding from scratching (have woken up scratching myself). handling that with OTC benadryl which has helped quite a bit. Combating the 2 issues was driving me crazy as I didn't know what it was. She ordered blood work as well to rule out any underlying issues but all seems to be in order. Definitely am glad I went to the doctor as everything else I was trying was not working. Great videos - thank you!
Dr dray can you pls make a bew video and expound more on psoriasis? Thanks
i’ve had eczema since i was a child, it went away for a few years and for the past few years it’s back and always my hands :( getting a dermatologist referral is so long and difficult and i’m already in the process of an autoimmune disease diagnosis so my time is so taken up by other doctors and procedures atm. my whole hands get SO red, dry, cracked and very painful!!! eczema is a nuisance
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can we use lactic acid for comodengs and texture skin ? in a long run Doctor. thank you for giving us all the information for free. like we are truly happy and bless in your care where we true knowledge
It can help
Thank you for the video! I have psoriasis diagnosed in adolescence that only appears on my scalp but I also seem to get inflammation easily and extremely sensitive skin throughout my whole body. I’ve never considered them to be related but it makes sense. Auto-immune conditions 😞
Also I notice that psoriasis is worse during my menstrual period, is that normal?
It certainly can flare with hormonal fluctuations
Yes during period it flares more, I suffer for 17 years in my hands and my skin got so bad because of topical steroids which mask it. Now that I dont use steroids it gives me so much stress cuz they flare all the time
awesome explaination, like the video.
Great video. This is extremely helpful. 🤍🤍🤍