What is the difference between Psoriasis and Eczema? Ways to treat both without visiting a doctor?
Sunday, September 5th, 2010 at
7:31 am
I either have psoriasis or eczema, but i dont have health insurance (american) What are some things i can avoid to help this problem, and what are some things i can do to treat it? over the counter and natural treatments, soaps and shampoo’s. ANYTHING!
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Hi, you can try one of the natural treatments available on the Internet. Some of them do actually work. For my psor./eczema I use herbal cream by Champori quite successfully. It takes just a couple of weeks to clear the spots and they then stay clear for months on end.
Try it: Champori is available online without prescription and comes with money back guarantee so if it doesn’t work for you – it’s free.
Cheers,
Antje
get their cream for psoriasis – in my book it’s more potent than that for eczema
The following information is regarding a remedy for eczema. It is also quite possible for it to be effective for psoriasis, since it is an inflammatory autoimmune condition like eczema. However this remains to be confirmed.
You can use the seeds of chilli peppers that have been stored in the refrigerator for a few weeks to very effectively treat your eczema (it has nothing to do with Capsaicin, the pungent principle). I used to suffer from eczema, in its many forms, since I was about 7 years old. I developed both eczema and asthma shortly after my family moved to the UK.
I accidentally made the discovery over 10 years ago when I had started eating chilli peppers regularly for another medicinal purpose. It is crucial that the chillies are stored in the refrigerator for about 3 weeks prior to use. Only then will their seeds become active. I have explained the natural process involved (Phytoalexins) in my blog. This is the main reason why, despite the widespread consumption of chillies, it was not discovered sooner. There are links within my blog that provide further explanation together with some scientific data (conducted by Novartis Pharma) that proves the remedy works.
It will cost you very little money (chillies are widely available and cheap) and a bit of inconvenience. The pungency (caused by Capsaicin) can be washed away using warm water to leave almost tasteless seeds (Capsaicin is present on the surface of the seeds, but not inside). The seeds must be crushed or chewed. As far as I know it is totally safe and without side effect. Over time it almost acts like a cure, with repeated usage resulting in your eczema returning in increasingly milder form. It has the following attributes:
- It seems to be totally safe and without side effect (I have overdosed on eating chillies for up to 3 month without noticing any side effect)
- It does not suppress the immune system, like synthetic oral corticosteroids and immunosuppressants like Elidel and Protopic (I was never prone to any infections)
- It does not suffer from resistance, like conventional corticosteroids do (both topical and oral)
- Over time it diminishes eczema, until it becomes very difficult to even deliberately exacerbate it to return. (This has been my experience. I am no longer able to make it flare-up)
- Within a few days you will notice reduced itching
These attributes seem to be confirmed by the observation made by Indian dermatologists, Kanwar and Dhar (based in Chandigarh, northern India), of an exceptionally low incidence of eczema in the adult population in their region (further details in my blog).
I am trying to bring the matter to the attention of anyone with eczema. If you decide to try the remedy, please share your experience with others with eczema.
You’re asking for a lot. I think the first thing is to get a correct diagnosis. Eczema (aka dermatitis) is related and usually less severe than psoriasis, but only a dermatologist can tell for sure. I have moderate to severe dermatitis (if untreated) have studied it pretty extensively in medical school libraries, and I wouldn’t hazard a guess.
Frankly, I wouldn’t rule out not being able to see a doctor. Check with your local human services office or the community outreach office of a hospital. I’m not telling you which therapy will work best for you. But it’s worth investigating your options. I tried many therapies (traditional, Chinese, alternative, etc.) until I found one that works. You’d better be prepared for a long hard struggle to wellness. Just make sure you’re heading up the right path, and if you don’t know what your options are, your chances of getting well are more limited.
if you are REALLY wanting to keep it under control, then you need to switch to naturally based products for everything that touches your skin. I know that sounds like a lot, but it will really help. We are talking about your body wash, lotion, laundry detergent, etc. your best bet is to buy online if you want better quality but at a lower price. I just ordered a big pack for dry skin therapy that had a bath oil, body wash, hand wash, large lotion and 2 small travel lotions online and it was really inexpensive compared to trying to buy that stuff at the whole foods store. I dont know how comfortable you are buying online, but check out http://www.HealthySafeAndClean.com they are a wellness group and they help give advice for medical concerns like that. Just fill out an information request saying you need dry skin relief and they can help give you options. they even offer an option to work from home helping other people for a little extra income to help pay for all your stuff. But its just an option, you dont have to.