Dermatologist in Colorado Springs, CO.

Psoriasis results in rash-like symptoms, but unlike most rashes, it often returns. These psoriasis flare-ups are known to be exacerbated by diet, activity, and stress, so part of any psoriasis treatment involves understanding what can trigger the condition. Learn more about psoriasis by reaching out to the dermatologists of Skin Cancer & Dermatology Center in Colorado Springs, Pueblo, & Trinidad, CO.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic condition that causes areas of skin to become red and inflamed, resulting in what's commonly known as psoriasis patches.

There is no cure for the condition but with lifestyle changes and the help of your dermatologist, the condition can be successfully managed.

Diet

While there is no direct link between specific foods and psoriasis flare-ups, it's still a good idea to avoid foods that can cause inflammation.

Consult with your doctor about dietary suggestions, but typically you'll want to avoid a diet that is high in fats or sugars.

Losing weight can also help reduce the severity of psoriasis symptoms, which is why both diet and exercise are often recommended.

Exercise

It's certainly true that overexertion can sometimes cause psoriasis flare-ups, but exercise is good for your overall health and can help you decrease psoriasis.

The key to exercise is finding the right balance between healthy activity and stress and overexertion.

Stress

Managing stress can help reduce the amount of flare-ups you have to deal with, and sometimes their severity, even if the link between stress and psoriasis isn't yet well understood.

It is believed that stress amps up the production of a hormone that can stimulate inflammation and result in a flare-up.

Consult with your doctor about what resources they can provide to get your stress under control.

Psoriasis Treatment in Colorado Springs, Pueblo, & Trinidad, CO

If you struggle with psoriasis and live in or near the areas of Colorado Springs, Pueblo, & Trinidad, CO, you can schedule a consultation with the dermatologists of Skin Cancer & Dermatology Center by dialing (719) 574-0310 for the Colorado Springs Location, (719) 564-5544 for the Pueblo Location, and (800) 290-2478 for the Trinidad Location.