How are mild vitamin D creams used to treat psoriasis in sensitive areas?
ANSWER
Mild vitamin D creams have fewer long-term side effects than steroids, and you can use them longer. Sometimes they're mixed with a mild steroid to make them less irritating. Only use the one your doctor prescribes, since not all vitamin D creams work well for sensitive skin.
From: How to Handle Psoriasis in Sensitive Areas WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Stephanie S. Gardner on December 4, 2018
SOURCES:
National Psoriasis Foundation.
Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance: "Psoriasis and Sensitive Areas."
Psoriasis Association (UK): "Psoriasis in Sensitive Areas."
Guglielmetti, A. , December 2012 Dermatology and Therapy.
New York Times : "Weight Loss May Ease Psoriasis," May 30, 2013.
SOURCES:
National Psoriasis Foundation.
Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance: "Psoriasis and Sensitive Areas."
Psoriasis Association (UK): "Psoriasis in Sensitive Areas."
Guglielmetti, A. , December 2012 Dermatology and Therapy.
New York Times : "Weight Loss May Ease Psoriasis," May 30, 2013.
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