Yolanda Smith

Feature Writer

B.Pharm.

Pharmacy

Yolanda graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of South Australia and has experience working in both Australia and Italy. She is passionate about how medicine, diet and lifestyle affect our health and enjoys helping people understand this. In her spare time she loves to explore the world and learn about new cultures and languages.

Articles from Yolanda

Psoriasis Phototherapy

Psoriasis Phototherapy

Phototherapy, also sometimes known as light therapy, involves the administration of ultraviolet radiation at certain wavelengths for medical purposes. It is often used as a treatment for psoriasis, particularly when there has been insufficient response to first-line topical treatments.

21 Nov 2009

Psoriasis Topical Treatment

Psoriasis Topical Treatment

Topical treatments for psoriasis are medications that are applied directly to the skin on the affected area. This is usually considered to be the first-line choice of treatment for psoriasis due to the lower risk of systemic side effects.

21 Nov 2009

Psoriasis Treatment

Psoriasis Treatment

There are various treatments available for psoriasis that may be administered topically, systemically or with phototherapy. Biologic response modifiers are a specific class of medications that target the immune response in the body. Each of these treatment types is discussed below.

21 Nov 2009

What causes Psoriasis?

What causes Psoriasis?

The exact cause of psoriasis is not well understood, but it is generally accepted that there are a number of factors that may contribute to an individual’s susceptibility to the condition and trigger symptoms.

21 Nov 2009

Psoriasis Genetic Factors

Psoriasis Genetic Factors

Understanding the genetic influence on the molecular mechanisms and pathways that cause psoriasis is useful in its prevention and treatment.

21 Nov 2009

Living With Psoriasis

Living With Psoriasis

The severity of psoriasis can vary greatly among different patients, and the impact on the quality of life is also highly variable as a result.

21 Nov 2009

Psoriasis Epidemiology

Psoriasis Epidemiology

There is comprehensive information on the prevalence of psoriasis, severity of symptoms, and health care costs.

21 Nov 2009

Psoriasis Diagnosis

Psoriasis Diagnosis

The diagnosis of psoriasis is usually made upon physical skin examination, following a discussion about the family and medical history of the patient.

21 Nov 2009

Psoriasis Clinical Classification

Psoriasis Clinical Classification

It is useful to classify psoriasis to help guide the appropriate treatment decisions.

21 Nov 2009

Psoriasis Types

Psoriasis Types

The symptoms of psoriasis are not the same for all patients and vary considerably according to the type of psoriasis responsible. The following types of psoriasis may affect patients and are characterized by unique signs.

21 Nov 2009

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