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Treatment Pruritus
PruritusThe besttreatmentfor itching depends on the cause. You may be able to relieve itchingand reduce the risk of skin damage caused by scratching with some simple self-help measures.If necessary, your GP or pharmacist can offertreatments that may help relieve an itch.General tips keep your nails clean, short and smooth try patting or tapping the itchy
Introduction Psoriasis
PsoriasisPsoriasis is a skin condition that causes red, flaky, crusty patches of skin covered with silvery scales. These patches normally appear on your elbows, knees, scalp and lower back, but can appear anywhere on your body.Most people are only affected with small patches. In some cases, the patches can be itchy or sore. Psoriasis affects around 2%
Treating psoriasis Psoriasis
PsoriasisTreatment overview Treatments are determined by the type and severity of your psoriasis and the area of skin affected. Yourdoctor will probably start with a mild treatment, such as topical creams (which are applied to the skin), and then move on to stronger treatments if necessary. Awide range of treatmentsare availablefor psoriasis, but
‘The ointments made me smell like a newly paved road’ Psoriasis
PsoriasisRay, 69, has been chairman of The Psoriasis Association for the last 33 years. He'slived with psoriasis since he was 14 and continues to treat it with coal-tar medication. "It was 1955 and I was a 14-year-old schoolboy when my psoriasis appeared quite suddenly. I wasnt sure what it was and didnt have any experience of it in my family. The GP just
'Simple misunderstandings preoccupied me and seemed sinister' Psychotic episodes
Psychotic episodesAndrew is in his 50s and lives on the south coast. His early psychotic experiences lasted a number of years and had a profound effect on his life. He got better, however, and has been free of symptoms for more than 15 years. He recently completed an MA in social policy. "The first time things didn't feel right was when I was in my early 20s at
'My mind was running away with itself' Psychotic episodes
Psychotic episodesSarah lives in the north of England. She had a significant psychotic episode in her early 20s, during which she was abducted and assaulted. She has since made a full recovery, worked in fundraising and events management, and studied for a PhD. "I had a phase of Depression while I was at university, but when I finished my degree that lifted. I
'Voices in my head would say unkind things' Psychotic episodes
Psychotic episodesDelusions and voices have been a daily feature of Richard's life for more than 10 years. Despite this, he recently completed a master's degree in broadcast journalism and successfully runs his own business. "When I was 21, I hada bad experience with hallucinogenic mushrooms, after which I started having delusions and Hallucinations . "Voices in
How psychotherapy works Psychotherapy
PsychotherapyOne of the key objectives of psychotherapy is to help you gain a better understanding of the issues that are troubling you. It can help you work out new ways of approaching situations that you find difficult, as well as suggesting new methods to help you cope. Developing a trusting relationship with your psychotherapist is very important and will
Introduction Slipped disc
Slipped discA slipped disc means that one of the discs of cartilagein the spine is damaged and pressing on the nerves. It's also known as a prolapsed or herniated disc. The spine The spine, or backbone, is made up of 24 individual bones called vertebrae, which are stacked on top of each other. In between each vertebra there are circular pads of connective
Treatment Slipped disc
Slipped discIn most cases, a slipped disc will slowly improve with rest, gentle exercise and medication. Recovery can take between one and three months. Keeping active It's very important to keep active if you have a slipped disc. Initially, it may be difficult to move around. If you're in severe pain, you may need to rest completely for the first couple of