According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, over 7.5 million Americans are affected by psoriasis. At present, 3.2 million psoriasis cases are undiagnosed. Psoriasis, an inflammatory disease of the immune system, is incurable. Symptoms include red or silver patches of scales, skin lesions, a dry cracked skin, and skin sensitivity, itching, burning, and bleeding. A dermatologist must be consulted for medications such as oral prescription drugs and psoriasis lotions.

For years, dermatologists have been prescribing topical steroids to prevent episodes of flare-ups.

However, topical steroids can have serious side effects, especially when used for prolonged periods. It is easily absorbed in the skin in sufficient amounts, and this can cause suppression of the adrenal gland. A condition called Cushing’s syndrome may eventually develop, if suppression continues Other side effects linked to long-term topical steroids use are thinning of the skin, dermatitis in the perioral area, enlargement of blood vessels and easy bruising of the skin.

According to Dr. Peter Helton, a dermatologist based in Newport Beach, California, a combination of steroids cream and shielding lotion proves to be more effective in treating symptoms of psoriasis.

The shielding lotion helps skin heals faster while controlling the absorption of steroids in the skin.

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The use of a shielding lotion can help reduce the amount of steroid cream needed to treat a flare-up effectively. Dr. Peter Helton, a board-certified dermatologist based in Newport Beach, CA says he prescribes a combination of steroids to handle the inflammation along with a moisturizing cream.