Psoriasis
Medical cannabis for psoriasis can help by reducing inflammation, calming itching, and promoting overall skin health.
Psoriasis is a skin condition causing patches of flaky, scaly skin in areas like the elbows, knees and scalp due to an increased production of skin cells. It affects around 1 in 50 people in the UK. For some, psoriasis is mild and barely noticeable, while for others, it spreads over large areas of the body and negatively impacts their life.
Symptoms
Psoriasis looks different for everyone, but typically causes skin to become flaky, scaly, discoloured or itchy. It can be found anywhere on the body, and symptoms usually flare up for a while, then disappear.
Treatments
Treatments for psoriasis won’t cure the condition, but can ease symptoms and make its appearance less noticeable. These include moisturising emollients, topical corticosteroids or other prescription medications. In severe cases, your doctor might recommend phototherapy, which exposes skin to certain types of ultraviolet light. Research suggests medical cannabis could also be helpful for various dermatological conditions due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
2 weeks
A 2020 study suggested the severity of scalp inflammation symptoms and itching reduced within 2 weeks of medical cannabis treatment
94%
A 2022 survey found 94% of respondents would be comfortable seeing a dermatologist who recommended medical cannabis
4 weeks
A 2024 study found cannabis-enriched cream produced a significant reduction in psoriasis scores after just 4 weeks
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Word from our expert
Dr Sunil Arora Chief Medical Officer
With psoriasis, medical cannabis may help ease inflammation, reduce itching, and support skin health.
For some patients, it’s a helpful addition to their care plan, especially when symptoms are stubborn or stress-related
At Emerald, our team of experts can help you explore medical cannabis treatments for psoriasis that work for you, providing you with a safe, natural option to restore balance in your life.
