Is psoriasis worse in winter?

Question

My doctor suspects I have psoriasis, and he asked about seasonal changes. I've noticed my skin gets much worse when the weather turns cold and dry. Is psoriasis worse in winter, or is it just a coincidence for me?

Ritu Sharma · Accepted Answer

I just noticed my skin scaling getting much worse now that it's getting cold. Does winter weather really trigger psoriasis, or is it just my regular dry skin acting up?

Sanjeev Nair · Answer

In my experience, the cold dry air always makes my patches flare up. I have to switch to much heavier moisturizing creams and avoid taking hot baths during these months.

Deepika Rao · Answer

My doctor explained that the lack of sunlight and dry indoor heating in winter reduces moisture in the skin, making psoriasis plaques thicker and more prone to bleeding. He recommended using humidifier at home.

Arjun Malhotra · Answer

Yes, dry winter air triggers severe flares. I ignored a winter flare-up once, and it cracked and got infected, so please see your dermatologist for a seasonal treatment adjustment.

Ananya Sen · Answer

Yes, winter dry weather definitely worsens it. Try using soap-free body washes to prevent further drying.

Vikas Gupta · Answer

Haan yaara, thand me toh skin bohot zyada dry ho jati hai na. Isliye winter me patches kaafi badh jaate hain. Roz dher saala moisturizer lagana shuru kar do.

Pooja Das · Answer

Winter was always the hardest time for me emotionally because the itching and flaking would double. Please be gentle with yourself during this season, it is a very common time for flares.

Gurbaksh Singh · Answer

Thand ke mausam me skin khushk ho jati hai, beta. Aap thoda sa nariyal tel nahaane ke baad lagaya karo, par daktar ki dawai bilkul band mat karna.

Is psoriasis worse in winter?

8 answers

Consult a dermatologist

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