A disease such as psoriasis is able to deliver a lot of problems for its owner, since their symptoms, of course, impose its imprint on the patient, the quality of life. In addition, psoriatic lesions are accompanied by severe itching and burning, which aggravates the situation.
The disease has a chronic course and hard enough and long treated. In the winter, the manifestations skin can be hidden under the clothes, but with the start of the summer season, when the calendar of holidays next to the sea, many of the men and women concerned with the question of whether tanning in the psoriasis and how the sun affect the development of the disease?
Compatible sunbathing and psoriasis?
As a general rule, the psoriasis faster is held in the summer. This is probably due to the beneficial impact of the marina on the water, the air and the sun. In the summer the condition of the skin of the patient markedly improved, as exposure to UV rays inhibits the development of pathological processes on the surface of the skin.
In recent years, increasingly, the accent is placed on the close relationship between psoriasis and vitamin D in the body of the patient. We all know that vitamin D given to children at an early age as a preventive measure against the development of rickets.
However, few people know that a lack of vitamin D in the blood of patients suffering from psoriasis (especially in cold weather running), contributes to the worsening of the disease.
Therefore, dermatologists recommend taking baths of sun, since the UV light promotes the rapid regeneration of the skin with platelets and the healing of open wounds.
Keep in mind, however, that sun baths should be administered, therefore, it is recommended to take in the sun at certain hours, to avoid burning the skin. Due to the fact that psoriasis refers to autoimmune diseases, excessive sunburn, there is a risk of developing cancer of the skin with premature aging of the skin.
Keep in mind that there are at least 5% of patients who suffer from a photosensitive form of psoriasis of the skin. Often these patients with psoriasis accompanied with a simultaneous allergic skin lesions that occur as a result of the increased sensitivity to the sun. These patients, on the contrary, they are invited to protect themselves from the sun.
Rules for sunbathing
When psoriatic manifestations should take the sun only after consultation with your doctor. On the first day of the rest of the sea you can sunbathe no more than 10 minutes. In addition, the duration of the so can be increased. However, the total time of exposure to the sun must not exceed half an hour.
The sea recommended to take the sun in the morning (from 5 to 11 hours) in the afternoon (16 to 20 hours). The most dangerous period of time between 12 hours and 14. At this moment, the sun is more active, so that, if possible, you should avoid the direct light of the sun. In addition, you can protect yourself from the sun with a special protection creams and lotions.
Psoriatic plaques it is recommended to apply ointments, containing activated pyrithionine zinc.
At worst, sun exposure is the need of the use of lotions and sun protection creams, as most topical treatments include components that can aggravate the symptoms of psoriasis. Additional Components that are able to interact with other drugs prescribed to relieve psoriatic plaques.
Therefore, sunscreen products should choose a dermatologist, because many of them have side effects and require an individual approach to the patient.
The beneficial properties of the sun for psoriasis
The sun rays have the following effects on the skin for psoriasis:
- the ultraviolet light has a slow destructive force of the upper layer of the epidermis;
- the sun triggers the body to strengthening the protection of the forces;
- activates the regeneration of tissues;
- reduces flaking and the formation of psoriatic plaques;
- relieves the itching.
Sun contribute to the thickening of the skin, which increases the flow of oxygen to the lymph, with the subsequent long remission.
The possibility to use the tanning of psoriasis
Artificial ultraviolet light effectively used for patients with psoriasis, especially in winter.
UV treatment can be used in two ways:
- UVB. In this case, via short-wave ultraviolet rays.
- PUVA. This form uses long-wave radiation with a photosensitizer (Psoralen) of natural origin.
The use of the internet in the treatment of psoriasis today refers to treatments traditional, and it is expressed through the following actions:
- as a result of exposure to ultraviolet rays is the production of endorphins (hormone of happiness), which positively affects the Central nervous system;
- the Solarium is capable of alleviating the symptoms of acute are manifestations on the skin;
- when you receive a tan artificial induces the production of vitamin D, which counteracts the nervousness and the stress in the body. These indicators are one of the reasons for the development of the disease.
Recommendations for use of the Solarium
First, note that the Solarium and the sun can not replace the comprehensive treatment for psoriasis, therefore, before you begin to use these procedures, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist.
You must meet the following conditions:
- do not visit the Solarium in the acute phase of the disease, the patient weakness and increased sensitivity of the skin, which can cause burns;
- for the treatment of the disease is preferable to choose a Solarium vertical, which is much more effective than the horizontal;
- to stay in the photo booth, can be no more than 6 minutes;
- it is best to visit a Solarium in a day;
- total course of treatment using a Solarium should not exceed 25 sessions for 5-7 minutes.
It is important to bear in mind that some medicinal and cosmetic preparations may cause acute allergic reaction which further lead to an increased sensitivity of the skin to the terrace and the sun. Therefore, before you visit a Solarium, and a trip to the sea, ask the advice of your doctor.
Prevention
In the treatment the sun there is sides positive and negative. Despite its useful properties, the ultraviolet rays, if used incorrectly can cause a sunburn, in the form of watery blisters on the skin. This condition leads to an increase of the itching. As a result, often, there is the accession of secondary infection. In addition, the UV rays dry the skin, causing premature aging and the formation of benign and malignant tumors.
The photo-sensitive psoriasis light therapy should be under the supervision of a specialist. In other cases, you must observe moderation. More solar responds well to the treatment guttate form of psoriasis, due to the minimal lesions on the skin.
It is recommended to take the sun administered, preferably in the early morning and late afternoon, avoiding the aggressive sun exposure. In this case, if the rest of the mar fails, you can replace it by the nearest body of water in compliance with safety standards.
It is important to remember that the purpose of phototherapy, as well as all the treatments should be made only after consultation with your doctor. Can cause symptoms side effects on the skin.