An Overview on Recent Advancements in the Treatment of Psoriasis and Its Challenges

Abstract

About 2 to 3% of people worldwide suffer from the chronic autoimmune skin disease psoriasis. Globally, the prevalence of psoriasis is rising, raising serious public health concerns. Access to efficient therapies, as well as knowledge and education, are now more important than ever. Though psoriasis research and treatment have made significant strides, there is still much to be done to address the disease’s effects on both individuals and society. Ayurvedic formulations are also very useful in treating the skin problems in various forms. All the formulations are herbal based in which specific parts of plants are utilized for developing the dosage forms that are easy to apply and give relief. Psoriasis may be brought on by a combination of hereditary and environmental factors, according to recent studies. Topical medicines, light therapy, pharmacological drugs administered systemically, and biologics are available as psoriasis treatments. Psoriasis, however, is incurable and frequently requires lifetime therapy. The current focus of psoriasis treatment is to bring about long-term symptom management, lessen inflammation, and enhance patient quality of life. This can be accomplished by mixing ayurvedic remedies like neem, turmeric, and aloe vera with conventional medicines, including topical corticosteroids, vitamin D analogs, and phototherapy. The objective is to determine the best treatment regimen for each patient in order to maximize benefits and reduce negative effects.