Psoriasis and eczema are among the most common chronic skin conditions patients seek care for and at DermCare of Westchester, the approach to treating them is both advanced and personalized. Rather than simply masking symptoms, our goal is to address root causes, reduce flare-ups, and restore your skin’s comfort and resilience.
Understanding the Differences
While psoriasis and eczema (atopic dermatitis) are distinct in their pathology, they often share overlapping features and triggers.
- Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition in which the skin renews too rapidly, forming red, scaly plaques, often on the elbows, knees, scalp, or lower back.
- Eczema arises from a disrupted skin barrier and immune response, leading to itchy, inflamed patches, often in the creases of elbows or knees, or on the face and neck.
Some individuals carry risk factors or genetic predispositions for both. At DermCare of Westchester, our medical dermatology practice recognizes these skin conditions as complex, multifactorial disorders, not merely cosmetic issues. DermCare of Westchester
What Makes Treatment at DermCare of Westchester Different?
Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution, our team tailors care based on your medical history, severity, triggers, and lifestyle. Our medical dermatology page (which outlines our services in psoriasis and eczema care) emphasizes that we combine diagnosis, long-term management, and patient education. DermCare of Westchester Some key advantages:
- Comprehensive diagnosis: We assess skin type, severity, inflamed vs. clear periods, and test for secondary causes like infections.
- Evidence-based therapies: We use treatments grounded in clinical research, including newer biologics, immunomodulators, and biologic injections as needed.
- Multimodal approach: Treatment may combine topical therapies, systemic medications, phototherapy, and lifestyle modifications.
- Patient education and monitoring: Because flare-ups often follow triggers (stress, allergens, weather changes), we work with patients to identify and avoid triggers, monitor progress, and adjust regimens over time.
Common Treatments and Strategies
Below are approaches commonly used, tailored to individual needs:
- Topical therapies: These are first-line for mild to moderate disease. Steroid creams, calcineurin inhibitors, and barrier repair formulations help reduce inflammation and restore the skin’s protective function.
- Phototherapy (light therapy): Controlled exposure to UV light (narrowband UVB) can slow overactive skin cell growth in psoriasis and calm eczema inflammation.
- Systemic or biologic medications: In moderate to severe cases, oral or injectable therapies that work at the immune system level are often the most effective.
- Adjunct support: Antihistamines (for itch), moisturizers, wet wraps, and customized skincare regimens may assist in controlling symptoms between flares.
When to Seek Specialized Care
Many people start with over-the-counter emollients or anti-itch products, but there are clear signs that it’s time to consult a dermatology center like DermCare of Westchester:
- Your symptoms don’t respond to OTC or first-line therapies.
- You experience large or fast-growing patches, bleeding, or cracks.
- Itch is severe, interrupting sleep or daily life.
- You suspect secondary infections (oozing, crusting, pain).
- You want to explore newer or more advanced therapies that require specialist oversight.
In these cases, working with a board-certified dermatology practice ensures safer treatment and better outcomes.
Patient Experience & Ongoing Management
Managing psoriasis and eczema is often a long-term commitment. At DermCare of Westchester, we build a plan with you, not just for you. That means:
- Regular check-ins to track progress, side effects, or need for adjustments.
- Education on trigger control (climate, detergents, stress, diet, allergens).
- Ensuring compliance with treatment plans, because effectiveness depends on consistency.
- Adapting treatment intensity: stepping up when flares begin, scaling back during remission.
Our medical dermatology services page highlights that we treat “cutting-edge care for chronic conditions like psoriasis and eczema” as a core offering. DermCare of Westchester That continuity of care makes a big difference for patients facing lifelong conditions.
A Patient Story
Consider a patient with eczema since childhood, whose flare-ups worsen in winter and after stress. After years of over-the-counter creams, they consult DermCare of Westchester. Our team:
- Confirms diagnosis and rules out overlaps (e.g. allergic contact dermatitis, psoriasis).
- Begins a topical regimen including a barrier cream and steroid for flare control.
- Adds phototherapy sessions over several weeks.
- Identifies triggers such as certain detergents and seasonal allergies, advising changes.
- Monitors progress, eventually tapering medications during remission.
Over time, flare frequency decreases and symptom severity lessens, improving quality of life.
Why Choose DermCare of Westchester?
- Expertise & Experience: Our practice has a strong track record in delivering advanced medical dermatology.
- Comprehensive care offerings: From diagnosis to advanced therapies, we address the full spectrum of skin health.
- Patient-centric focus: You are part of the treatment process, not just a case number.
- Continuity & follow-through: Managing chronic conditions demands long-term attention, and we are committed to that partnership.
DermCare of Westchester is uniquely positioned to support patients through the ups and downs of psoriasis and eczema. Whether you’re seeking relief from severe flare-ups or long-term management, our approach blends clinical innovation with individualized care.