Users' questions

Is PPP an autoimmune disease?

Is PPP an autoimmune disease?

Palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) causes blister-like sores on the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet. It can also cause cracked skin or reddened, scaly patches. It’s an autoimmune disorder, which means your immune system attacks healthy parts of your body.

What does Palmoplantar psoriasis look like?

Palms and soles affected by psoriasis tend to be partially or completely red, dry and thickened, often with deep painful cracks (fissures). The skin changes tend to have a sharp border and are often symmetrical, ie similar distribution on both palms and/or both soles.

What causes pain in the palm of your hand?

Disease or injury of any of the structures in the hand or palm can result in palm pain. Symptoms may arise from neuromuscular conditions, inflammatory conditions, infections, or diseases that affect the blood flow to the palms. In addition, palm pain can be caused by underlying conditions that involve the body as a whole, such as diabetes.

When to go to the ER for Palm pain?

If palm pain occurs with the sudden onset of weakness or numbness in the arms or hands, especially if it occurs on only one side of your body, it can be a sign of stroke. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you have sudden weakness, paralysis or numbness in your hands.

What kind of bark is good for arthritis?

Willow Bark. Willow bark, as the name quite literally says, is the bark off of willow trees. This bark has been found to have anti-inflammatory properties which assist with pain relief. In fact, it has very similar qualities to everyday aspirin.

Which is the best anti inflammatory for RA?

Boswellia Serrata is the plant that produces frankincense. The most useful parts are found in the resin or sap from the plant. The resin of frankincense is an anti-inflammatory agent. When you combine lab grade organic turmeric extracted through CO2 methods with bosellia serrata, you’re giving your RA a one-two punch in the way of relief.