Today, there are many different treatments to help control psoriasis. Some can be found over the counter at a drugstore, while others require a prescription from your doctor.
No single treatment works for everyone.
The goal is to find a treatment that works the best for you with the fewest side effects. Your doctor will look at what kind of psoriasis you have and recommend the treatment regimen that is best for you.
More about choosing a treatment with your doctor
Below are links to more information about the different kinds of treatments that can help with psoriasis.
Topical treatmentsTopical treatments–agents applied to the skin–are usually the first line of defense in treating psoriasis. More about topicals
PhototherapyPhototherapy (UVB, PUVA and lasers) involves exposing the skin to wavelengths of ultraviolet light under medical supervision. More about phototherapy
Systemic medicationsSystemics are prescription medications that affect the entire body, and are usually reserved for patients with moderate to severe psoriasis. Biologics are a type of systemic medication. Systemics Biologics
Alternative approaches, diet & climateMany people choose to treat their psoriasis in nontraditional ways, including mind and body therapies, Alternative approaches ,
dietary supplements Your diet and psoriasis ,
and sunlight Sun and water therapy
