Historically, sedating antihistamines such as hydroxyzine and doxepin have been used to treat psoriatic itch. They may have some role in treating nocturnal itch; however, their antipruritic efficacy ...

Itch is an important, but underestimated symptom in psoriasis. Many therapies are available for pruritus; however, few are effective for psoriatic itch. Antipruritic therapies that are potentially ...

The real-life findings showed that treatment with brodalumab improved health-related quality of life (HRQOL) for patients but itching prevented complete improvement. Despite achieving clear or almost ...

You notice a scaly, itchy rash on your skin and immediately start wondering what’s causing it. Two common culprits that can look surprisingly similar are psoriasis and ringworm, but getting the right ...

More than eight million people in the United States have the autoimmune skin condition known as psoriasis, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation. Psoriasis is a chronic condition. There’s no ...

Higher disease acceptance in patients with psoriasis is linked to better outcomes, underscoring the need for psychological resilience in treatment. The study found illness acceptance negatively ...

Imagine a disease that is hiding in your genetic makeup, waiting for some external event to trigger it into existence. When activated, this disease convinces your body that something is wrong with ...

Various home and natural remedies can help relieve an itchy scalp. These include colloidal oatmeal, over-the-counter (OTC) products and medicated shampoos. Dandruff, psoriasis, eczema, and head lice ...

Many different conditions can cause itchy feet. These include psoriasis, eczema, and athlete’s foot. The correct treatment option will depend on the cause. While occasional itchiness can be nothing to ...

Dear Dr. Roach: A few months before my 94th birthday, I developed tiny pimples and an unbearable itch on my scalp. Two different dermatologists tried shampoos and sprays, and a biopsy showed that I ...

Why Would You Need a Shampoo for an Itchy Scalp? Having an itchy scalp can be unbearable. You might even have trouble sleeping or concentrating. Your scalp could also feel dry, flaky, scaly, or have ...