Transmission of psoriasis
Since psoriasis is a so-called autoimmune disease, it is hereditary but not contagious. Even in the case of an acute flare, which is accompanied by a severe reddening of the skin and severe scaling, transmission to a healthy person is impossible, even when close by.
Psoriasis during pregnancy
Psoriasis rarely occurs for the first time in pregnant women. In most cases, pregnant women have experienced one or more relapses in previous years and have had to be treated. If a psoriasis episode occurs during pregnancy, an appropriate treatment strategy must be defined with the treating gynecologist and dermatologist.
During pregnancy, greater caution is required when taking medication. For example, all medications that are derived from vitamin A (retinoids) and are frequently used to treat psoriasis are not permitted during pregnancy as they can damage the unborn child. Acetylsalicylic acid, which is mainly used to remove skin scales, can also only be used to a limited extent.
Prognosis for psoriasis
There is no cure for psoriasis. However, certain treatment strategies can lead to a reduction in the frequency and intensity of psoriatic attacks. Often, however, a lifelong treatment is necessary to prevent the outbreaks of the disease.
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