We offer the best scalp psoriasis treatment in Nairobi Kenya at our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Clinic located in Fortis Suites, Hospital road, 8th floor, room 809. We see new clients on Saturdays at 10am and Wednesdays at 2pm.
This treatment combines the use of prescription medications, over-the-counter (OTC) products, diet, supplements and lifestyle modifications.
This effective treatment of psoriasis is very important since it lowers the risk of developing the Diseases Associated With Psoriasis
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What is Scalp Psoriasis?
Scalp psoriasis is a condition that affects the skin on the scalp and surrounding areas like the hairline, the forehead, the back of the neck and around the ears. The prevalence of psoriasis in Kenya is around 2%.
Scalp Psoriasis Causes
The cause of scalp psoriasis is not fully understood. However, the immune system plays a role cells as cells from the immune system attack the skin cells on the scalp. Genes also play a role in its development as it can ran in families.
Scalp Psoriasis Triggers
Scalp psoriasis can be triggered by the following factors:
*Injury to the skin for example by cuts, bruises, scratches or sunburn. This is known as the Koebner phenomenon.
*Stress
*Depression
*Medications like lithium, prednisone, hydroxychloroquine, ibuprofen, indomethacin, quinidine, beta blockers like propranolol and ACE inhibitors
*Weather especially cold, dry weather
*Smoking cigarettes and using tobacco products
*Drinking alcohol excessively
*Obesity and being overweight
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Scalp Psoriasis Symptoms
The symptoms of scalp psoriasis include thickened, dry skin covered by white scales. There may also be itching and hair loss. These symptoms affect the skin on the scalp and surrounding areas like the hairline, forehead, the back of the neck and around the ears.
Scalp Psoriasis Diagnosis
A diagnosis of scalp psoriasis is made after a doctor takes a medical history, examines the patient’s scalp and does a scalp skin biopsy. Consult our Doctor today for a scalp skin biopsy.
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Scalp Psoriasis Treatment in Nairobi Kenya
At Almasi Skincare we offer the best scalp psoriasis treatment in Nairobi Kenya because it combines prescription medications, over-the-counter (OTC) products, and lifestyle modifications.
OTC Products for Psoriasis Treatment
OTC products used for scalp psoriasis treatment that can be purchased without a prescription include moisturizers and shampoos.
Moisturizers used for scalp psoriasis include Psorax Emollient Scalp Solution which contains coal tar and salicylic acid to reduce the itching, scaling, and dryness on the scalp. It can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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Neutrogena T Sal Shampoo is one of the best scalp psoriasis treatment shampoos because it contains 3% salicylic acid and tar which clear the scalp buildup by shedding the dead skin cells. It also prevents new flakes from forming on the scalp. This unscented, preservative-free shampoo also has a conditioning formula that relieves the dry, itchy scalps. It can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721963156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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Prescription Medications for Psoriasis Treatment
Prescription medications used for scalp psoriasis treatment include corticosteroid creams, calcineurin inhibitor creams, vitamin D analogue creams, phototherapy, antimetabolite tablets and biologics.
Corticosteroid Creams for Psoriasis Treatment
Corticosteroid creams used for psoriasis treatment in Nairobi Kenya include betamethasone and mometasone furoate. Combination creams with corticosteroids and other medications like salicylic acid are some of the best known cures of psoriasis.
Calcineurin Inhibitor Creams for Psoriasis Treatment
Calcineurin inhibitor creams used for psoriasis treatment include tacrolimus and pimecrolimus.
Vitamin D Analogues Creams for Psoriasis Treatment
Vitamin D analogue creams used for psoriasis treatment in Nairobi Kenya include calcipotriol. These can be combined with topical corticosteroids like betamethasone.
Medicated Creams for Psoriasis Treatment
Medicated creams used for psoriasis therapy include those that contain coal tar, dithranol and salicylic acid.
Phototherapy for Psoriasis Treatment
Phototherapy is the use of ultraviolet (UV) radiation for treatment. It is used to treat psoriasis as narrowband UVB, broadband UVB and photochemotherapy.
Systemic Tablets for Psoriasis Treatment
Tablets used for systemic therapy for psoriasis include methotrexate, ciclosporin, azathioprin, acitretin and mycophenolate.
Biologics for Psoriasis Treatment
Biologics (monoclonal antibodies) used for psoriasis treatment in Nairobi Kenya include tumor necrosis factor alpha inhibitors like infliximab, adalimumab and etanercept. Interleukin 12/23 antagonists like ustekinumab and interleukin 17 antagonists like secukinumab.
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Lifestyle Modifications for Scalp Psoriasis Treatment
Lifestyle modifications are important for scalp psoriasis treatment since they help a person avoid their psoriasis triggers and thus reduce psoriasis flare ups. These lifestyle measures include:
Stress Management
Managing stress is very important since studies have shown that reduction of stress levels has a positive effect on the course of psoriasis. Therefore, manage stress effectively by regularly practicing relaxation techniques like abdominal breathing and meditation. If you need help enroll in our Stress Management Workshops.
Avoid Skin Injuries
Avoid injuries to the scalp like cuts and bruises. If the scalp itches do not scratch it. In addition, apply sunscreen when going outside and stay indoors when the sun is hottest.
Stop Drinking Alcohol
Stop drinking alcohol excessively since it may reduce the effectiveness of the psoriasis medication. It may also increase your chances of developing serious side effects from some of the medications used to treat it.
Stop Smoking
Stop smoking and stop spending time with smokers because in addition to being one of the risk factors for developing psoriasis, smoking makes some psoriasis treatment medications like biologics less effective. To quit smoking join our Stop Smoking Program.
Loose Excess Weight
Loosing excess body weight is very important for psoriasis treatment because being overweight increases a person’s risk of developing psoriasis. Obesity also increases a person’s risk for developing some of the conditions associated with psoriasis like heart disease. Obesity also makes psoriasis symptoms and psoriatic arthritis symptoms more severe. A also study found that psoriasis symptoms improved in persons who lost weight by following a low-calorie diet and exercising. Loosing excess body weight also reduces the chances of developing the metabolic syndrome which is linked to psoriasis.
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Get Infections Treated Early
Develop the habit of consulting a doctor so that you can have any infections treated as soon as they develop.
Bask In The Sun
Lack of sunlight is one of the risk factors for developing psoriasis. Basking in the sun results in the cutaneous synthesis of vitamin D under the influence of ultraviolet B (UVB) rays.
Therefore bask in the sun since studies have shown a high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in person’s with psoriasis.
Follow The Anti Psoriasis Diet
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease and following an anti-inflammatory diet can help relieve symptoms
Changing the diet in persons with psoriasis can improve skin lesions and reduce their risk of developing some of the conditions associated with psoriasis.
A study recommends that persons with psoriasis should consume omega 3 fatty acids rich foods. These include fatty fish like salmon, sardines and tuna, seafood, vegetable oils like rapeseed oil, linseed oil, walnut oil and nuts like walnuts. This study also recommends persons with psoriasis should avoid saturated fats from animals, trans fats like margarine, highly processed foods and confectionary products.
To learn more, click here to buy The Psoriasis Diet Book
Click here to buy The Psoriasis Diet Book
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FAQ
Who to go to for scalp psoriasis?
Dr. Miriam of Almasi Skincare is the doctor to go to for scalp psoriasis since she has studied the condition extensively and treated numerous patients successfully. She is also the author of the book The Psoriasis Diet Book which teaches you the foods you should eat if you have psoriasis of the scalp and other parts of the body.
How do you permanently get rid of scalp psoriasis?
There is no cure for psoriasis. However, if you use prescription medications together with OTC products and stop smoking, lose excess body weight and follow The Psoriasis Diet, the symptoms can go away for some time.
