Excellent reply from Dr Alexandroff. In addition to this excimer laser can be used for limited areas of psoriasis but it is not widely available even in the private sector. Pulsed dye laser can have some benefit as well. It is more widely available but less effective than excimer laser.

A very comprehensive answer from Dr Alexandroff which I agree with. I think if the Psoriasis is as extensive as you describe you need specialist help and please ask your gp to refer to a consultant. When you go make a list of all the things that you have tried and the dates. These will be in your me...

also a humectant like glycerol (3 parts) with 1 part rose water can also in babies and toddlers when other things irritate but its not as hydrating as the greasy mositurisers

Very good advice from Dr Mahto. Warm olive oil drops can also help soften the psorasis scale and reduce itch.

Excellent advice form Dr Mahto Also remember to create an environment that helps with reduce itch at night. Make sure the room is not overheated. Cotton sheets are usually better than thick heavy quilts. If your son is allergic to grass pollen or tree pollen keep the windows closed at night as polle...

great response. The other positive is that psoriasis can pass into remission for significant periods of time for no obvious reason.

Yes I agree-it sounds like the eczema is undertreated. There is often concern about steroids and their side effects (steroid phobia) by patients and doctors can be an obstacle to get the right treatment - see http://etsin.org/steroid-phobia/ Also antibiotics can be useful for significant secondary i...

Hi Yes I totally agree with Dr Mahto- genetics are a large factor but many cases are also associated with a contact allergy such as to detertgents