Inverse Psoriasis

Skin diseases are often generalized as contagious and viewed as a source of infection. However, Psoriasis, which is one of the skin conditions known worldwide, is not under this category.

A type of Psoriasis

Generally, there are various types of Psoriasis. One type of this disease is Inverse Psoriasis, which is categorized as a non infectious, auto immune disease that generally affects the skin folds all over the body such as armpit, skin under the breasts, groins, buttocks and skin folds under the genitals. These are the parts that are always subjected to irritation due to frequent rubbing and excessive sweating. The cause of Inverse Psoriasis is believed to be genetic and is also assumed to be a stress related condition. The immune system if triggered speeds up the growth cycle of skin cells therefore causing Inverse Psoriasis.

Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Smoking, excessive alcohol consumption and sudden withdrawal of corticosteroids are triggering factors that cause Inverse Psoriasis. Some medications are also believed to trigger Inverse Psoriasis. Among these drugs is Lithium which is used to treat manic depression and Anti malarial which is used to prevent and treat malaria. However, people who are remarkably overweight and who has deep skin folds have a great possibility of acquiring Inverse Psoriasis.

Inverse Psoriasis appears in skin folds of the body. Unlike the other types of Psoriasis, which appears to be a red scaly patches occurring in the joints, elbows and knees, Inverse Psoriasis is characterized by smooth, deep red and glistening patches but with the absence of scale. The patch is considered to be tender, has creased in the center of the fold that may be cracked open. Because it is usually in the unexposed areas of the body, Inverse Psoriasis produces debilitating pain and itching.
There are various treatment involved in Inverse Psoriasis. These include topical treatment from over the counter medications such as hydrocortisone. However, these are not preferred as to its lack of sensitivity.

Another is water therapy which is the combination of sea salts and water. This cleans pores and detoxifies the body. Another important factor that is helpful in treating Inverse Psoriasis is the mental wellbeing of the patient. This must be considered, as it can lead to depression due to the manifestation of the psoriasis lesions, the onset of limited mobility, and disfigurement. The resulting lack of self esteem has a powerfully negative effect on overall mental health.

Inverse Psoriasis should not be associated as contagious as people with this kind of condition should be understood and be taken care of by society.  They shouldn’t be isolated and discriminated. Treatment is possible and further researches are currently being done; maybe not to eliminate the condition but to lessen the number of people suffering from this condition.