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Plaque psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease which develops in the form of flare-ups. It is characterized by the regular appearance of red and scaly plaques. Two mechanisms are involved: skin inflammation, responsible for the red plaques, and accelerated skin renewal, responsible for the appearance of scales. Itching is often associated with these plaques and can have a significant impact on daily activities. Some simple tricks can help you live better with your psoriasis.

Itching, also called pruritus, is defined as unpleasant skin sensations that cause an irresistible urge to scratch. When they are chronic, they are often associated with skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis. They can also occur without any apparent skin lesions and can significantly affect the quality of life of sufferers, in particular in terms of sleep. Dry skin is one of the most significant causes of itching. But there are simple solutions for no longer being affected by itching on a daily basis.

The adverse effects of cancer treatments on the hair and scalp vary from one treatment to another. Hair loss is not systematic but is common during chemotherapy treatments. The hair may also be weakened, and its texture altered by other types of treatments. There are solutions for this difficult stage. A few simple tricks can help to limit the negative effects on the scalp and hair and stimulate healthy regrowth.

Sweating is a normal physiological response to increased body temperature (heat, exercise, fever). Emotional states (stress, fear, anger) can also trigger sweat production. In some people these mechanisms can go haywire and induce excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis. It can affect the whole body or only certain parts (armpits, feet or hands). It often has a significant impact on quality of life. Solutions exist to better manage excessive sweating.

Eyelid eczema, also known as eyelid dermatitis, is characterized by the appearance of dry, red plaques that cause itching and burning sensations. It can be caused by atopy (atopic eczema) or contact with an irritant (irritant eczema) but is most often due to an allergic reaction (contact eczema). It can affect both the upper and lower eyelids and cause discomfort and pain. There are a few tricks for limiting eyelid eczema flare-ups and keeping it from getting worse.

Atopic eczema is a chronic skin disease characterized by flare-ups with red and itchy plaques. Skin is drier, more fragile and no longer properly plays its role as a protective barrier. It is therefore hypersensitive to its environment and inflames very quickly on contact with allergens or irritating substances. With a few simple habits, you can improve your child’s skin condition and live better with their eczema.