{"id":15933,"date":"2025-03-11T17:23:29","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T11:53:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/?p=15933"},"modified":"2025-03-11T17:23:29","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T11:53:29","slug":"7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Tips to manage psoriasis in winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#How_does_winter_affect_psoriasis\" >How does winter affect psoriasis?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#Dry_skin\" >Dry skin:-<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#Humidifier\" >Humidifier:-<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#Moisturisers\" >Moisturisers:-<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#Do_not_scratch_in_psoriasis\" >Do not scratch in psoriasis:-<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#Psoriasis_Treatment_Diet_in_winter\" >Psoriasis Treatment Diet in winter:-<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#Woollen_clothes\" >Woollen clothes:-<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#Always_keep_the_body_hydrated\" >Always keep the body hydrated:-<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-manage-psoriasis-in-winter\/#Homeopathic_Treatment_for_psoriasis\" >Homeopathic Treatment for psoriasis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_winter_affect_psoriasis\"><\/span><b>How does winter affect psoriasis?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psoriasis in winter means worsening psoriasis symptoms during the colder months, often triggered by environmental factors such as dry air, low humidity, and limited sunlight exposure. These conditions can dry out the skin, leading to itching, redness, and flaky skin. The lack of natural sunlight also reduces the skin&#8217;s exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can help control psoriasis symptoms. Additionally, it is important to follow the prescribed <\/span><a title=\"Homeopathic Treatment for Psoriasis: A Safe and Effective Solution\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/homeopathic-treatment-for-psoriasis-a-safe-and-effective-solution\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Homeopathic Treatment for psoriasis<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to control psoriasis in the winter and <\/span><a title=\"10-skin-care tips for psoriasis\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/10-skin-care-tips-for-psoriasis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Psoriasis Self-Care Tips<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it from flaring up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People suffering from this condition want to know what measures a psoriasis patient can take to prevent their disease from worsening during the winter season. Let us discuss 7 tips to manage psoriasis in winter in detail.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dry_skin\"><\/span><b>Dry skin:-<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have this disease, then taking a bath in excessively hot water in winter can dry out your skin, which is especially true in hot water. For example, when you bathe or shower, you not only wash away dirt but also remove your natural, protective skin oils, which cause the skin to dry out. Do not bathe or shower more than once a day, and do not take more than five minutes in the shower and fifteen minutes in the bath &#8211; to reduce the effects of the disease and avoid a flare-up of symptoms. Lukewarm water dries the body less than hot water, so you are advised to bathe in either cold water or lukewarm water.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Humidifier\"><\/span><b>Humidifier:-<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The itching and flaking of this condition can be worsened by hot, dry indoor air that dries out your sensitive skin. Ideally, the humidity level in your home should be between 30% and 50%.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is best to use a humidifier as a <\/span><b><a title=\"What happens if psoriasis goes untreated?\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/what-happens-if-psoriasis-goes-untreated\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">homeopathic treatment for plaque psoriasis<\/a> i<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">n winter. Installing a central humidifier in your home&#8217;s heating or air conditioning system is one of the best options. Installing a portable home humidifier in your bedroom (and maybe your office) is a simple and inexpensive option. Keep it clean to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungus.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moisturisers\"><\/span><b>Moisturisers:-<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people notice that their skin becomes dry in winter, which makes the skin dry and itchy. In such a situation, you should moisturise your skin regularly when going out or after bathing. You are advised to use herbal moisturisers on your body. Because if your skin remains dry, the ingredients of psoriasis patches can irritate your skin. Your moisturiser should be thick enough to cover your body patches well and moisturise them. Even if you feel that you do not need the cream and your psoriasis areas have healed, still use it frequently and properly so that your dry patches do not harden and fall off.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_not_scratch_in_psoriasis\"><\/span><b>Do not scratch in psoriasis:-<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having psoriasis can make you want to itch excessively, as your patches tend to flare up when you get drowsy due to the winter, making it nearly impossible to stop itching. However, don&#8217;t do this, as doing so can aggravate the itching or inadvertently expose the area to infection because scratching a wound with your nails can lead to a variety of infections, including bleeding. Additionally, scratching can trigger a new outbreak of psoriasis in some people. This is called the Koebner phenomenon, where even minor skin injuries like friction and rubbing can trigger a flare-up of psoriasis.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Psoriasis_Treatment_Diet_in_winter\"><\/span><b>Psoriasis Treatment Diet in winter:-<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arachidonic acid is a polyunsaturated fatty acid found in dairy, eggs and red meat. Arachidonic acid produces inflammatory molecules that can worsen red, scaly psoriasis patches. Eating too many processed, high-calorie foods can lead to obesity, metabolic syndrome and many chronic health conditions, and eating foods that contain excessive oils and spices is one of the most common causes of psoriasis flare-ups. So you should Choose the <\/span><b><a title=\"Vitiligo: A Comprehensive Guide to Dietary Choices\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/vitiligo-a-comprehensive-guide-to-dietary-choices\/\">Best diet for psoriasis<\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Woollen_clothes\"><\/span><b>Woollen clothes:-<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Woollen clothes are very rough. And psoriasis skin is already more sensitive and itchy, so in such a situation, the patches of the disease can get worse. While it is impossible to survive the winter without wearing woollen clothes, you can protect your body from the cold and stay warm by wearing a woollen sweater before wearing silk or cotton undergarments, which are silky to the touch and do not contain fibres that can aggravate your psoriasis. Just be careful not to cover yourself in too much clothing. Wearing many layers may seem like a good idea, but if you get too hot, you will sweat, which can lead to dry, peeling skin and a worsening of psoriasis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Always_keep_the_body_hydrated\"><\/span><b>Always keep the body hydrated:-<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psoriasis is made worse by the dry air and heating in winter, which causes dehydration in the skin. For this, you should consume plenty of water, and you can also fill the amount of water with high-water fruits and soups. Keep drinking water from time to time; always keep a bottle with you or carry a bottle with you wherever you go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For <\/span><\/i><b><i>psoriasis cure<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a better treatment is required; if you start it with the initial symptoms, then it is very good, but if you want to eradicate it from the root, then you are advised to choose a good treatment for which you can choose the <\/span><\/i><a title=\"What are the dietary interventions for psoriasis?\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/what-are-the-dietary-interventions-for-psoriasis-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i>psoriasis treatment and diet<\/i><\/b><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Bharat Homeopathy.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Homeopathic_Treatment_for_psoriasis\"><\/span><b>Homeopathic Treatment for psoriasis<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bharat Homeopathy provides 100% safe treatment to cure all skin diseases. It has lived up to the expectations of those who have been completely cured. Apart from this, it is also effective in curing many types of chronic diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the root cause of a person&#8217;s disease varies, where the patient&#8217;s condition is improved by keeping in mind the root cause of the patient, as the <\/span><a title=\"Is homeopathy the most effective natural treatment for psoriasis?\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/is-homeopathy-the-most-effective-natural-treatment-for-psoriasis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>homeopathic remedies for psoriasis<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> given here are customised for the patient keeping in mind the root cause of disease so it can eradicate the disease from the root and eliminate the possibility of its recurrence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our skin specialists have many years of experience in treating all types of chronic disorders. Our homeopathic treatment for psoriasis is non-invasive, safe and gentle. At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Bharat Homeopathy<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, our team of committed homoeopathic doctors are committed to providing compassionate care and support during treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How does winter affect psoriasis? 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