Squamous squamous cell carcinoma is a very common skin disease, which is most commonly found by dermatologists. This disease is not only aesthetically unsatisfactory (irregularly shaped red flake spots on the skin scare many other things away), but it also brings mental discomfort, physical and psychological problems, and serious problems in the futureComplications.
Therefore, in families that already have patients with scaly lichens, understand the hidden dangers of this disease and its chronic disease trap (often recurring), and its members are especially afraid of getting sick and are alert to any changes in the skin.
How to recognize the first symptoms of psoriasis (another name for scaly lichen)? How did the disease start? At what age does the disease most often appear? What do you need to know so that you can start treatment on time without missing the first symptoms of psoriasis? Is there a difference between men and women in the initial manifestations of the disease? We will try to answer these and many other questions in this article.
What are the first signs of psoriasis?
Although psoriasis is not hereditary (the latest research has proven), in the case of psoriasis susceptibility, there are many factors that can trigger its clinical manifestations.
- Usually, the onset of psoriasis is caused by some kind of neurasthenia or trauma. This factor most often causes the development of psoriasis.
- Hormonal imbalances can exacerbate the disease, so pregnant women, breastfeeding and menopausal women must be extra careful-maintain a healthy lifestyle, avoid bad moods, stay away from the sun for long periods of time and spend more time outdoors.
- The cause of the development of psoriasis may be changes in the surrounding climate (moving to another place of residence in January and resting in a hot country). Therefore, if there are scaly lichens in the family history, it is best not to have sharp latitude changes, even from winter to summer (moving in areas with large climate temperature differences). In the case of forced movement, it is very important to be very careful with your body during this period.
- Chronic foci of infection may also lead to the appearance of psoriasis plaques. Chronic diseases must always be treated, but in a family that already has cases of psoriasis, streptococcal disease in the body is particularly dangerous. However, dental caries, chronic tonsillitis, sinusitis, gingivitis-all these slow diseases pose a threat to any organism.
At what age do the first signs of psoriasis usually appear?
The first signs of psoriasis can appear at any age. Scale lichens are not immune to the elderly or children. Sometimes there will be onset of infancy and psoriasis after 80 years of age. However, the first signs of psoriasis usually show up between the ages of 14 and 30. At a young age, he already had comorbidities such as obesity, allergies, diabetes, neurasthenia, and thyroid pathology.
The first signs of psoriasis in humans
The manifestation of psoriasis depends on the type of disease. However, the first symptom of the skin form of psoriasis is the appearance of a rash. The rash is a round epidermal papule. What is the development mechanism of psoriasis papules?
The predisposing factors trigger the inflammatory process, which is based on hyperkeratosis (pathological cell proliferation). As a result, the epidermis thickens and begins to protrude above the healthy skin, forming nodules. This is the main component of scaly lichen-psoriasis papules.
The papules are bright pink and vary in intensity. At first, the pimples are dark pink (until deep red), then they become more faded and flaky. The dead scales of the epithelium are grayish-silver and are easily separated by scratches. In the bottom layer of the dermis, new blood vessels appear, which provide nourishment for the emerging cells of the epidermis. Therefore, during the remission period, the skin will become red even if there is no dental plaque. As the process intensifies, the elements increase and occupy a larger area. The skin in these areas is dry, cracked, and bleeding, that is, there is obvious psoriasis in the clinic.
The first place where the rash of psoriasis appears is the scalp, face (adolescents), natural skin folds (children), joints (elbows, knees), feet and soles. Unlike eczema, psoriatic plaques are usually located on the surface of the extensor muscles of the joints.
They talk about if no more than 10% of the skin surface is affected by psoriasis. An experienced dermatologist will immediately recognize the symptoms of psoriasis, but sometimes allergic dermatitis or rheumatoid arthritis (with psoriatic joint damage) can be confused with psoriasis.
The first signs of plaque psoriasis
Plaque psoriasis is a kind of vulgar skin psoriasis, so its first symptoms are the easiest to find. Psoriasis begins with the appearance of a small number of small nodules, usually in the joint area. They resemble small abscesses filled with light-colored contents. The main component of psoriasis does not bother the patient and hardly attracts attention. They can pass by themselves, but after a while they will reappear in larger numbers and become more noticeable. If the pimples are scratched, they will be immediately covered by silver scales. In summer, under the action of ultraviolet radiation, the rash will disappear. As the disease progresses, its number increases, it covers a wider area, and the various elements merge into a wide range of plaques.
Sometimes, the first signs appeared immediately and violently and abundantly. In response to irritants, bright red psoriasis patches are covered on the skin, causing severe itching. However, this start is not common for psoriasis.
The first signs of nail psoriasis
The initial changes in nails can vary, similar to fungal infections. The nail plate appears to be delamination, brittle and thicker, and depressions or grooves are visible throughout the nail. In addition, the initial pathological signs appear on the edge of the nail and then move to the root. One of the first symptoms of nail psoriasis is nail discoloration. The nail plate may turn yellow, gray or white. Bleeding may occur under the nail. All of these signs can be affixed to all nails or just one nail.
The first signs of psoriasis on the soles and palms
In some patients, the only clinical symptom of psoriasis is sole or palm lesions in the form of dense psoriatic lesions covered by scales. When scratched, a smooth shiny surface appears, and with further injury, blood begins to bleed ("blood-show" syndrome).
The first signs of scalp psoriasis
Scalp psoriasis is similar to seborrhea due to a large amount of scaling. It can be separated for a long time without affecting other areas of the skin. Treating patients' dandruff by purchasing special shampoos, without even realizing that they have psoriasis on their heads. After some time, the lesions affected the back of the ears, the neck and below. And only in this case does the patient start to sound the alarm and go to the doctor.
The first signs of psoriatic arthritis
For psoriatic arthritis, the rash may not appear. The first sign of psoriasis will be a complaint of joint deformity, which increases in size and becomes painful. The fingers and toes are swollen, like sausages. As the disease progresses, the gait changes. Diagnosing psoriasis in this form can be problematic, and many patients receive treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. In this case, the presence of psoriasis in relatives and careful differential diagnosis of diseases that affect joints can help make a correct diagnosis.
The first signs of psoriasis in women
Psoriasis is the same for men and women. However, unlike men, the first symptoms of psoriasis usually appear around the age of 25-30, while men are different from women, and the first symptoms of psoriasis usually appear earlier. The trigger mechanism of disease development is usually hormonal changes during adolescence. Usually, the development of women's psoriasis is related to frequent changes in their hormone levels throughout their lives. For the onset of psoriasis, the most important and dangerous period for women is:
- Menstrual cycle (especially its appearance);
- pregnancy;
- childbirth;
- Lactation period
- menopause.
If psoriasis has already occurred during pregnancy, pregnancy can have a beneficial effect on skin performance, and the remission period will begin. However, after childbirth, all processes may deteriorate. According to statistics, the most common first sign of female psoriasis occurs during childbirth and menopause. For other positions, there are no differences in the symptoms and signs of psoriasis between men and women. But psoriasis in children has its own characteristics.
What should I do if I find the first signs of psoriasis?
In any case, if the first signs and symptoms of psoriasis are found, it is urgent to consult a dermatologist in order to start treatment of the disease in time. Taking into account the severity of the disease and the specific conditions of the disease, the doctor will prescribe the treatment of psoriasis. It has been proven that if less than 5% of the skin is affected by psoriasis, all symptoms can be eliminated. But the treatment method must be chosen by a competent expert.
apart from:
- If you find that you or your family have the first signs of psoriasis, try to remember the possible causes of the disease and avoid these factors in the future;
- Always be outdoors and don’t forget to sunbathe;
- Temper-take a contrast shower, don't forget depression;
- Try to go to the beach to swim more;
- Take care of your skin, protect it from harm, and use moisturizers;
- For psoriasis on the head, please choose a shampoo that does not contain aggressive ingredients; do not dye your hair;
- Check your diet
- Avoid conflicts and stressful situations; learn to control your emotions (but not suppress them), and the ability to remain calm during the dramatic moments of life will help to maintain long-term relief.
- If you are emotionally unstable, you can take valerian, motherwort (please consult a doctor);
- Wear cotton clothes, especially underwear, which can only be made of natural fibers, not synthetic fibers;
- Treat chronic infections promptly;
- Go to bed early and take a good rest.
If possible, when the first signs of psoriasis or any suspicious symptoms appear, please consult with a German dermatologist:
- You will be sure of the reliability (or erroneousness) of the diagnosis:
- Thanks to an experienced expert, you can quickly eliminate the symptoms of psoriasis (especially if these are the first symptoms of the disease);
- You will receive expert advice as well as suggestions and detailed instructions;
- You will purchase high-quality medicines prescribed by your doctor to reduce possible exacerbations;
- In the future, if necessary, you will be able to use Skype, phone or email to keep in touch with the attending doctor.