Q. Has anybody been really cured forever from psoriasis?
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Psoriasis is a chronic condition that affects millions of people around the world, including approximately 125 million Americans. While there is no cure for psoriasis, its symptoms can be managed with medications and lifestyle changes.
That said, studies have shown that some individuals with psoriasis report long-term remission or cessation of their condition's symptoms after making certain changes to their lifestyles. For example, one study published in 2018 found that combining traditional Chinese medicine treatments (including acupuncture and cupping therapy) with dietary modifications was associated with significant improvements in the severity of psoriatic skin lesions.
Additionally, behavioural therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation, light exposure through sunbathing or phototherapy have all been found to be effective at managing the physical manifestation of psoriasis—especially when used alongside topical medications such as corticosteroids or retinoids.
While it is impossible to guarantee a full cure from psoriasis forever, by adopting an appropriate combination of lifestyle modification strategies along with medications and other treatment options—as prescribed by your healthcare provider—it is possible to manage your condition more effectively and hope for good long-term results.