Mia Wadsworth

Scalp Psoriasis. Natural Ways To Relieve Psoriasis Scalp Symptoms Quickly & Treat The cause



Posted: Sunday, September 16, 2007

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Scalp Psoriasis commonly occurs on the back of the head however multiple areas of the scalp or the whole scalp may be affected. Scalp psoriasis is characterized by thick silvery white scales on patches of very red skin and can extend slightly beyond the hairline. Scalp psoriasis, despite being partially hidden by the hair is often a source of social embarrassment due to flaking of the scale and severe 'dandruff'. Scalp psoriasis may be extremely itchy or on occasion have no itch symptoms. It can also cause temporary baldness on the affected areas. It is a common, chronic, inflammatory skin disease and can be associated with increased risk of melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma. Scalp psoriasis is treatable but as with all scalp problems, you need to know the cause so you can prevent the scalp condition from returning and treat it accordingly. Psoriasis of the scalp like all forms of this condition is not contagious; it cannot be passed from person to person nor can one spread it to other parts of the body.The disorder is a chronic or recurring condition which can vary in severity, from minor localized silvery patches on the scalp to complete body coverage.

What Causes Scalp Psoriasis? Many consider psoriasis to be primarily a disorder of excessive growth and reproduction of skin cells. The problem is simply seen as a fault of the epidermis and its keratinocytes. An alternate viewpoint sees the disease as being an immune-mediated disorder in which the excessive reproduction of skin cells is secondary to factors produced by the immune system. It is thought that T cells (which normally help protect the body against infection) become active, migrate to the dermis and trigger the release of cytokines which cause inflammation and the rapid production of skin cells. Recent research indicates that “psoriasis is likely a disorder of the immune system. This system includes a type of white blood cell, called a T cell, that normally helps protect the body against infection and disease. Scientists now think that, in psoriasis, an abnormal immune system causes activity by T cells in the skin. These T cells trigger the inflammation and excessive skin cell reproduction seen in people with psoriasis". (Source: excerpt from Psoriasis: NWHIC). It is interesting also to note that further research indicates that a large percentage of scalp psoriasis sufferers often also suffer from liver dysfunction or liver toxicity. The liver plays a major role in metabolism and has a number of functions in the body including drug detoxification. When we apply topically or ingest certain ingredients into our system via our mouths or skin, the liver has to deal with these and in some people can effect the immune system.

It's often a surprize to people that the cause of their scaly scalp and itching may have started in the liver and then the skin flakes/scales as an immune response to those liver toxins. That’s why you see those awful flaking and scaling scales.

We know already that SLS’s and other nasties found in common shampoos are readily absorbed into our bodies via our pores and deposited long term in our liver. So how does this relate to psoriasis?

Well, there are many theories and cases suggesting that if you detox your liver and “clear out toxins" that you can eliminate psoriasis and help out your dry scalp problem.

I mean, think about it…what do you suspect happens when your liver is so full of toxins that it can no longer deal with all the build up from foreign substances being absorbed into the body - then you add yet more of these toxins via your scalp/skin?

It makes sense that your immune defense system will do whatever it can to get rid of them and keep them out! So is it any surprise then that studies have found “scaling and flaking is the result of the body’s immune system attempting to shed damaged or irritated skin to expel anything it identifies as unhealthy for its cells".

So what can you do? Well, a detox helps as does using the right hair products.

There are some fantastic highly recommended “scalp psoriasis treatments" out there such as Dr. Robert E. Connelly’s book “Psoriasis Can Be Cured". He instructs his patients to follow a very strict program including diet, supplements and regular self tests to determine improvements in liver weakness.

Another fantastic cleanse specifically targeting psoriasis is sold by “Malcolm Harker". He offers a very good cleanse system and topical creams that are very beneficial.

Yes, these methods are fantastic to help clean the liver so your body is not overloaded and does not manifest psoriasis or other conditions in order to protect itself! Cleaning out your liver is important and is very effective in clearing up what you already have.

However, there’s really no point in going through this process only to prepare our liver again for the next lot of irritants, carcinogens and formaldehydes we force into our bodies via our open receptive pores in the shower every day!

Even worse, the moisture, heat and cleansers we use, also remove our natural oil mantle thus causing further irritation (itchiness and discomfort) to our already tender sensitive scalps and ravaged hair follicles!

I would highly recommend that if you suffer from psoriasis, that you do a liver cleanse. A good cleanse should be done to speed the healing process and for all the other benefits you will gain. You will feel fantastic and it’s highly beneficial for your skin!

Tip: While detoxing so it is important to refrain from eating pork, dairy as well as a high consumption of gluten based products. The main consideration to remember is to look for a program that is designed to move toxins out of your liver! Milk thistle is fantastic to help you cleanse as well as Cranberry juice.

In addition to a detox, you need to make the transition to natural hair care products that don’t contain harmful chemicals like SLS's.

There are natural alternatives to use to relieve & treat scalp psoriasis. It also helps a great deal to know what steps can be taken and what ingredients, ( & some foods) to avoid as part of a scalp psoriasis treatment to cure and to prevent your scalp problem from returning. All you need to know about scalp conditions and more many scalp psoriasis natural remedies to help soothe, relieve and assist the healing process.

You can do a great deal to help eliminate your scalp psoriasis by making conscious choices about what you buy to apply to your skin and scalp. Psoriasis scalp conditions need not steal your confidence. An understanding of what aggravates this condition and what you can do to soothe and treat it successfully both on the inside and outside naturally can make a huge difference to your quality of life - and empower you to overcome scalp psoriasis.

Author BIO: Mia Wadsworth, owner of www.dryitchyscalpremedies.com who helps itchy, dry,scalp psoriasis sufferers what caused their sore scalp or dry itchy scalp & how get fast relief with powerful natural home psoriasis scalp remedies to eliminate the cause permanently.

Mia Wadsworth founded www.dryitchyscalpremedies.com to help hundreds of sufferers of Sore Scalp, Dry Scalp, Itchy Scalp, Dandruff & other scalp conditions relieve & eliminate their condition fast & permanently. After curing her own painful condition using her own natural remedies for dry itchy scalp, Mia now helps other sufferers of scalp conditions understand the cause and how to get fast permanent relief naturally.

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Top-level comments on this article: (6 total)
» left by Paul
 3 years 215 days ago.
it was so very helpful to me my scalp has been getting worse and worse i will now try some of these ideas thankyou so much
» left by ed from nj 2 years 321 days ago.
this is really helpful informaion - many other websites seem to address how to cure the scalp psoriasis but not address the root cause - i.e. immune system. Though, I wish that there is a good link to address how to detox the liver but still the info gave me new info that i could do additional research.
» left by Anonymous 2 years 139 days ago.
Please specify what things aggravate scalp psoriasis and what things cure or mitigate it, rather than talk so generally. For example, what is an SLS? OR alternatively, tell people where to actually find all this information that is hinted at here. Thank you
» left by Susan
from Ohio 2 years 95 days ago.
Thank you so much for this article.  This is what I have been looking for.  I too have scalp psoriasis.  Nothing I have been given has helped.  They usually make it worse.  I have been diagnosed with high liver enzymes also.  The doctors have never related the two problems.  NOW..what I have makes perfect since.  I need to detox my liver!!!  Thank you so much!
 
» left by CarlaP from Indiana 1 year 107 days ago.
Thank you for the article. My "temporary baldness" is finally ending!! I have to say that anti-psoriasis ointment by Champori helped a lot!!

Carly
» left by Augusto from BC, Mexico 1 year 52 days ago.
Thanks for the article. My scalp is no longer itchy and the plaques are almost all gone! Champori herbal ointment did the trick in just 8 days!!
» left by Sarah from USA 121 days 1 hour ago.
Hello. I just bought the book and read it in an hour. For the price it cost, I was expecting a lot more researched and sited information rather than opinions of the author. I’ve done so much research on my condition, natural and otherwise, and to tell you the truth… this “book" didn’t offer anything the general internet search couldn’t. Also, the website is good with providing information, however, the book references so much of what is already free on the website, it’s not worth re-stating in the book. I’ve used natural approaches, shampoos, head soaks, oils, neem shampoos, diet modification, etc. with worsening results. It is very much appreciated that you’ve looked into all of this, but to charge for what minimal information you’ve provided in a book for $25.00 and 75 pages worth is rediculous. This is merely an article of opinions and little research with lots of typos to boot and suggested websites. I would like my money back please, as I find this almost insulting to the promising results that some of these suggestions offer. Where would a person find birch bark anyway? Usually, I’m open and soak up all the useful information that anyone has to offer… this “book" doesn’t offer much, Mia, to a person suffering with hair loss, redness, soreness, depression due to the scalp condition which goes undiagnosed by physicians and dermatologists. I feel ripped off. Please issue me a refund ASAP. thank you.

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