A PSORIASIS ‘trigger’ you didn’t see coming

Whether it’s the itchy, flaky skin that has you covering up every square inch of your body… or the pain and inflammation it causes in your joints…

Psoriasis isn’t a run-of-the-mill ‘skin condition.’

To make matters worse, even if you’ve managed to clear your psoriasis, sometimes the condition can come back with a vengeance.

And it’s not because you weren’t taking the proper steps…

But because you may be living with a silent, psoriasis “trigger” that you NEVER saw coming!

Studies have found that commonly prescribed drugs like beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and even antifungal treatments have all shown to potentially CAUSE psoriasis flare-ups.

Beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors are prescribed to treat high blood pressure—and terbinafine is a synthetic antifungal agent used to fungal infections, like athlete’s foot.

And because psoriasis is technically an autoimmune condition that mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, these drugs can cause adverse reactions in folks with psoriasis, leading to unnecessary flare-ups or outbreaks.

Now, if you are currently taking any of these medications, don’t panic.

Arrange an appointment with your doctor to be 100% sure you need these medications… especially if you have a history or psoriasis.

And when it comes to treating psoriasis, know that there are plenty of ways to manage the uncomfortable condition without drugs.

Studies have found that common dietary supplements like fish oil and vitamin D can help ease some of the worst symptoms.

To stopping psoriasis,

Cory Templeman
Senior Editor, eAlert

Sources:

Rowden, Adam. “12 drugs that can cause psoriasis.” https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/what-drugs-can-cause-psoriasis