Psoriasis Treatment in India
About Psoriasis
Key Highlights
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Provides a personalized, multi-faceted treatment plan tailored to the type and severity of psoriasis.Aims to effectively control symptoms, reduce flare-ups, and achieve clear or nearly clear skin.Offers a range of treatment options from topical creams to advanced biologic therapies.Helps improve physical comfort, appearance, and overall quality of life.Focuses on long-term management and prevention of complications like psoriatic arthritis.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of persistent, raised, red patches of skin covered with silvery-white scales (plaques).
- Diagnosis of plaque psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, pustular psoriasis, or erythrodermic psoriasis.
- Symptoms causing significant itching, burning, soreness, or pain.
- Psoriasis affecting sensitive areas (face, scalp, genitals, nails) or a large percentage of body surface area.
- Psoriasis impacting daily activities, sleep, or mental well-being.
- Development of joint pain or stiffness, which may indicate psoriatic arthritis.
- Inadequate control of symptoms with over-the-counter treatments.
How to prepare
- Schedule a consultation with a board-certified dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.
- Prepare a detailed history of your symptoms, including when they started and what makes them better or worse.
- List all current medications, supplements, and any previous treatments tried for skin conditions.
- Be prepared for a full-body skin examination; wear comfortable clothing.
- For a potential biopsy, the area may be cleaned and a local anesthetic injected.
- Discuss your medical history, including any family history of psoriasis or autoimmune diseases.
Risks & possible complications
- Topical Treatments: Skin irritation, thinning, or discoloration at the application site.
- Phototherapy: Skin burning, premature aging, and a slightly increased long-term risk of skin cancer.
- Systemic Medications (e.g., methotrexate, cyclosporine): Potential for liver/kidney toxicity, high blood pressure, and increased susceptibility to infections.
- Biologic Therapies: Increased risk of serious infections, allergic reactions, and potential reactivation of latent infections like tuberculosis.
- General: Treatment failure or loss of effectiveness over time. All treatments require careful monitoring by a dermatologist.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery varies drastically by treatment. Topical treatments require consistent daily application.
- After phototherapy sessions, skin should be moisturized and protected from the sun.
- For systemic or biologic drugs, regular follow-up appointments and blood tests are crucial to monitor for side effects.
- It may take several weeks to see significant improvement from a new treatment.
- Maintain a consistent skincare routine with gentle cleansers and thick moisturizers.
- Identify and avoid personal triggers (stress, skin injury, certain medications, infections).
- Adhere strictly to the prescribed treatment plan and report any new or worsening symptoms to your dermatologist immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing management; initial improvement often seen in 2-12 weeks depending on therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering psoriasis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for psoriasis in India include Manipal Hospital Jaipur, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform psoriasis. MediFyr helps you compare dermatologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for psoriasis compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 6 – USD 1,655 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ Ongoing management; initial improvement often seen in 2-12 weeks depending on therapy | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 41 – USD 12,293 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ Ongoing management; initial improvement often seen in 2-12 weeks depending on therapy | Know More |
Top hospitals for Psoriasis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated dermatology teams and experience managing patients undergoing psoriasis.
Jaipur, India
55 DoctorsMyra Roy, a 60-year-old retired librarian...
Myra Roy, a 60-year-old retired librarian from Kolkata, developed painful, pustular psoriasis on the soles of her feet (palmoplantar pustulosis) two years prior. The burning, fluid-filled blisters made walking agonizing, forcing her to give up her daily walks in the park and making household chores a challenge. Topical treatments were ineffective. Her dermatologist, Dr. Banerjee, recommended a targeted biologic therapy administered via infusion at the clinic every two months. Myra was nervous about the intravenous process but found the clinic staff supportive. The first infusion led to significant improvement within weeks. The painful pustules cleared, and the thickened skin on her soles softened. In recovery, she regained her ability to walk comfortably. Emotionally, Myra moved from isolation and despair due to her debilitating pain to liberation and a grateful return to her simple pleasures, like visiting the market and gardening.
Dermatologists for Psoriasis
Explore experienced dermatologists who regularly perform psoriasis and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 9 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 24 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 10 Years Experience
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- 18 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 13 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 19 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 3 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 13 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 10 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Jaipur, Jaipur
- 40 Years Experience
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- 20 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 9 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore