<![CDATA[PA Forum]]> http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/ sNews CMS <![CDATA[Shaving]]> http://www.surveypirate.com/Survey.aspx?surveyid=7877&hash=jpUnNbwceunDpuuIWhutAA%3d%3d ]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:19:11 +0000 http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/research/shaving/ http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/research/shaving/ <![CDATA[Steroid Chart]]> Steroid Potency Chart

Highest strength

  • Betamethasone dipropionate
  • Diflorasone diacetate
  • Clobetasol propionate
  • Halobetasol propionate Diprolene gel/ointment, 0.05%
  • Psorcon ointment, 0.05%
  • Temovate cream/ointment, 0.05%
  • Ultravate cream/ointment, 0.05%

High Strength

  • Amcinonide
  • Betamethasone dipropionate
  • Desoximetasone
  • Diflorasone diacetate
  • Fluocinonide
  • Halcinonide Cyclocort ointment, 0.1%
  • Diprosone ointment, 0.05%
  • Topicort cream/ointment, 0.25%; gel 0.05%
  • Florone ointment, 0.05%; Maxiflor
  • ointment, 0.05%
  • Lidex cream/ointment, 0.05%
  • Halog cream, 0.1%

Strong

  • Betamethasone dipropionate
  • Betamethasone valerate
  • Diflorasone diacetate
  • Mometasone furoate
  • Triamcinolone acetonide Diprosone cream, 0.05%
  • Valisone ointment, 0.1%
  • Florone, Maxiflor creams, 0.05%
  • Elocon ointment, 0.1%
  • Aristocort cream, 0.5%

Mid-strength

  • Desoximetasone
  • Fluocinolone acetonide
  • Flurandrenolide
  • Triamcinolone acetonide Topicort LP cream, 0.05%
  • Synalar-HP cream, 0.2%;
  • Synalar ointment, 0.025%
  • Cordran ointment, 0.05%
  • Aristocort, Kenalog ointments, 0.1%

Lower mid-strength

  • Betamethasone dipropionate
  • Betamethasone valerate
  • Fluocinolone acetonide
  • Flurandrenolide
  • Hydrocortisone butyrate
  • Hydrocortisone valerate
  • Prednicarbate
  • Triamcinolone acetonide Diprosone lotion, 0.05%
  • Valisone cream/lotion, 0.1%
  • Synalar cream, 0.025%
  • Cordran cream, 0.05%
  • Locoid cream, 0.1%
  • Westcort cream, 0.2%
  • Dermatop emollient cream, 0.1%
  • Kenalog cream/lotion, 0.1%

Mild

  • Alclometasone dipropionate
  • Triamcinolone acetonide
  • Desonide
  • Fluocinolone acetonide
  • Desonide
  • Betamethasone valerate Aclovate cream/ointment, 0.05%
  • Aristocort cream, 0.1%
  • DesOwen cream, 0.05%
  • Synalar cream/solution, 0.01%
  • Tridesilon cream, 0.05%
  • Valisone lotion, 0.1%

Least potent

  • Topicals with hydrocortisone,
  • dexamethasone, flumethasone,
  • methyprednisolone and prednisolone
]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 04:11:30 +0000 http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/treatments/steroid-chart/ http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/treatments/steroid-chart/ <![CDATA[Scale Removal]]> Scale removal It is a vital part of treatment that all excessive dead skin is removed as it developed and dead skin removal should form part of every psoriatics daily grooming routine. If the dead skin is allowed to build up the skin can form large platelets which when moved in everyday activities cause the thin skin beneath to tear causing bleeding and discomfort. If the scale is left in place the skin under rises and becomes raised compounding removal problems. It is possible to have scale build-up several millimeters thick. Use agents to soften and remove plaques a good example is salycilic acid this compound softens and removes scale. Take a shower or bath to soften the scale and then remove by rubbing with the fingers or a wash cloth. Use enough friction to remove the dead skin without breaking the skin underneath. Following a shower use an emolument to contain the moisture and lubricate the skin. A very effective treatment can be made using extra virgin olive oil and Vaseline mixed 50% 50%. This compound penetrates and lubricates the skin check for sensitivity before use. In severe cases it may be necessary to envelope the body in film to enable soaking in of emoluments care should be taken as it does stop the skin breathing. Take emdical advice before proceeding with this treatment. ]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 02:58:27 +0000 http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/self-help/scale-removal/ http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/self-help/scale-removal/ <![CDATA[Nail Care]]> Nail care One part of the body that is particularly susceptible to psoriasis is the nails on both fingers and toes Psoriasis develops on the beds of the nails and can be seen in mild cases as a discoloration on the bed of the nail. As the nail grows the patch of psoriasis moves with it until it reaches the end of the nail it will then cause the nail to separate from the bed. The result is detachment of the nail and a mass of dead skin beneath it. As the hands and feet are frequently exposed to moisture the skin scale usually becomes wet and in this moist environment secondary bacterial and fungal infection can develop. The treatment that I have found most effective is to first soften the nails in soap and hot water. Then lever up the nail and carefully trim it back until all the affected area has been removed. The dead skin can be removed and normal medication applied if this is done regularly it prevents fungal and bacterial infection of the nail beds, which can be very stubborn to treat. Nails can be bathed in Hydrogen Peroxide solution up to 30 vols (9%) strength. Use with care as individuals tolerance to peroxide solution is different, start with a diluted solution. An effective treatment for fungal and bacterial infections under the nails is Extra Virgin Olive oil 250 ml with 2-3 drops of Tea Tree Oil. Both are natural products with good anti-fungal and bactericidal properties they can be safely mixed with your current medication. . ]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 02:52:20 +0000 http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/self-help/nail-care/ http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/self-help/nail-care/ <![CDATA[Mental Health]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 02:47:57 +0000 http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/self-help/mental-health/ http://www.paforum.netcraftdata.com/paforum/self-help/mental-health/