Psoriasis is a chronic non-infectious disease that is accompanied by the appearance of reddish-pink rashes on the skin, itching, peeling, inflammation, and the formation of characteristic scales (plaques).
The causes of the disease are not fully understood.
Most scientists agree that psoriasis occurs against the background of immune failures in the body. However, there is an opinion that the disease is inherited. There are other theories about the occurrence of psoriasis.
With this disease, spots (papules) appear on the skin, covered with grayish or white scales that peel off easily when touched. It is with this symptom that another name for psoriasis is associated - scaly lichen . Most often, the disease affects the skin of the elbows and knees, large joints, and the borders of the scalp, but it can also affect other areas of the body, and quite extensive ones at that. In addition to the skin, psoriasis affects nails, hair, joints (psoriatic arthritis) and even internal organs.
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History of the development of ASD-2F
The development of this drug has a rather interesting start. In the early 40s, the government of the Soviet Union invited the country's leading scientists to work on a means that could protect the population from the harmful effects of radiation. At the same time, scientists had to invent not only an effective, but also affordable drug for people.
The task was not easy. Scientists from several laboratories took on the development of an affordable and effective medicine, but the center, headed by A.V. Dorogov, managed to achieve the goal. The drug is based on components extracted from common frogs. Only after some time the frogs were replaced with meat and bone meal. Under the influence of high temperatures and some other methods, it was possible to obtain the ASD fraction. The drug had an antiseptic, restorative effect, and had a positive effect on the immune system.
In total, three fractions were developed: ASD, ASD 2 and ASD 3. But in practice, it was the second fraction that showed the best effect. The medication was used to treat skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis and others. By the way, the name of the medicine stands for Dorogov’s antiseptic stimulant.
The first tests, which gave excellent results, were carried out on animals. Later, volunteers were treated with ASD fraction 2. The result exceeded expectations.
How the product works
So, we found out that fraction 2 is produced by exposing frogs and cattle meal to high temperatures. As a result of this treatment, a condensate is obtained, which has a powerful anti-inflammatory and regenerating effect in psoriasis.
In addition, the use of the medication provides the following effect:
- stimulation of the removal of toxins and other harmful substances from the human body;
- enhancing the regeneration of diseased tissues, cleansing the dermis of coarse particles;
- normalization of the digestive system, including the liver, pancreas, intestines, stomach;
- elimination of pathogenic microflora, which helps prevent the addition of a secondary infection in psoriasis;
- stabilization of the patient’s hormonal levels;
- increasing cellular and humoral immunity.
Considering the above-described effect of ASD fraction 2, we can say with confidence that this medication gives excellent results for psoriasis.
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A few words about psoriasis
Psoriasis is recognized as a chronic incurable disease. The disease develops in patients of different ages. It has not yet been possible to determine the exact mechanism of occurrence of this pathology. There are a number of theories explaining the origin of dermatitis. The most reliable among them are considered immune and hereditary. Read more about the causes of psoriasis here.
The symptoms of scaly lichen, and this is the name of the pathology, include:
- the appearance of rashes of various locations and diameters on the body;
- skin itching;
- severe peeling of the dermis;
- with pustular psoriasis, characteristic papules filled with purulent exudate appear on the skin;
- There is also a separate type of pathology, which is considered the most severe. This is psoriatic arthritis (joint damage).
The disease is recurrent. Exacerbation in patients occurs more often in autumn or summer. It is not possible to completely get rid of stains. With proper treatment, it is possible to achieve stable remission, which often lasts for years.
Factors that provoke the development of psoriasis:
- ✅ serious illnesses that weaken the immune system:
- ✅ violation of housing and liver functions;
- ✅ stress, worries;
- ✅ allergies;
- ✅ taking antibacterial drugs;
- ✅ damage to the skin, constant impact on the skin (friction, pressure, scratching);
- ✅ endocrine disorders.
The listed factors (usually several at once) can become a trigger for the onset of the disease . Even one of the above lists can provoke an exacerbation in patients.
Instructions for use
The regimen for taking ASD consists of both internal and external use. If the doctor has not prescribed a different dosage, the drug is used according to the instructions for use of the drug.
Internal reception
Manufacturers of the drug recommend using ASD fraction 2 for psoriasis as follows:
- At the initial stage of the pathology, you need to drink 40 drops of the medication, after dissolving the product in 150 ml of purified water. It is better to take ASD in the morning.
- In acute psoriasis, the dosage is increased to two doses of 30 drops. You need to take the medicine half an hour before meals.
The course of treatment lasts 5 days. After this, you need to take a break for 48 hours and repeat taking the drug. In case of particularly severe cases, the doctor may extend the course. On average, the duration of treatment lasts about 3-4 months. Most patients suffering from psoriasis note an improvement in the condition of the dermis from the first days of therapy. Plaques become less noticeable, the skin cleanses and takes on a healthy appearance.
To achieve the best result, in addition to taking ASD fraction 2, it is recommended to follow a diet for psoriasis.
Outdoor use
External use for psoriasis involves applying a compress. To do this, you need to adhere to the following steps:
- Draw the required amount of the drug into the syringe;
- mix the medicine in equal proportions with sunflower oil, it is better to take refined oil;
- Using circular movements without aggressive pressure, distribute the product in the affected area;
- Cover the treated psoriatic plaques with film on top and secure with a bandage or plaster.
You need to keep this compress against psoriasis for 2-3 hours. This method helps to quickly cure an exacerbation and restore skin health.
If, when using ASD F2, any negative manifestations appear on the skin (irritation, redness, increased itching), it is recommended to stop treatment. Perhaps we are talking about individual intolerance to the drug.
Hirudotherapy
Hirudotherapy
“...We are accepting applications for medicinal leeches...”, when the doctor puts leeches on me, he always hums this song, which makes me incredibly happy. But seriously, I haven’t tried anything to treat psoriasis for 15 years. Four years ago I settled on leeches. The first time I took the course was during an exacerbation of psoriasis - it helped me a lot, the disease did not make itself felt for a year. During the next exacerbation, it was not possible to apply leeches - I was on a business trip, however, when I arrived, I went to see my doctor. The rash still remained, so I treated it. And again regression for the whole year! I advise everyone who can to try leech treatment.”
Hirudotherapy is one of the alternative methods of treating psoriasis. As a rule, 2 courses are prescribed per year, their duration and the number of leeches per procedure are determined by the doctor. It is recommended to use hirudotherapy for acute and stationary psoriasis. Positive changes are observed in all patients.
The maximum clinical effect is observed after 6-7 procedures.
It is known that the secretion of the salivary glands of the leech has anti-inflammatory, defibrosating, analgesic and bacteriostatic effects. During the procedure, about 100 biologically active compounds enter the human blood, each of which has a therapeutic effect on psoriasis. Thus, hirudin improves blood microcirculation, and hyaluronidase and collagenase promote skin regeneration.
Contraindications to hirudotherapy are pregnancy, hypotension, hemophilia, anemia, acute infectious diseases, and oncology.
Contraindications
In some situations with psoriasis, ASD 2 cannot be used. Mostly contraindications relate to internal use. These include:
- diseases of the central nervous system (Alzheimer's, cerebral palsy, epilepsy and others);
- severe pathologies of the heart and blood vessels;
- child's age up to 6 years;
- high blood pressure of various etiologies;
- acute kidney and liver diseases;
- individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
When treating psoriasis with ASD fraction 2, you must strictly follow the instructions for use.
Contraindications of the drug are related to its ability to stimulate the central nervous system. Self-medication can be extremely dangerous and cause serious harm to the body.
Benefits and harms of using ASD fraction 2 for psoriasis
On many forums you can find a lot of positive and negative reviews about the drug in question. What is the reason for such disagreements? Let's find out.
ASD was created with the aim of protecting the human body from the effects of radiation, but as practice has shown, the drug has also proven itself in the treatment of psoriasis. The medication has a pronounced antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing effect.
Benefits for psoriasis:
- removing toxins from the skin;
- restoration of the dermis;
- acceleration of healing of affected tissues;
- restoration of skin structure;
- relapse prevention;
- increasing immunity;
- improvement of appearance.
As for the harm, it consists in the development of some side effects if ASD fraction 2 is used incorrectly.
For diseases of the central nervous system, the medication is strictly prohibited. Otherwise, it may provoke an exacerbation of the disease.
special instructions
Any disease should be treated under the supervision of a specialist. If you have psoriasis, you should definitely discuss taking fraction ASD 2 with your doctor. It is possible to achieve the best result in the fight against scaly lichen by following these recommendations:
- Children over 6 years old can prepare medicine for internal use using milk.
- To prepare the solution, use high-quality purified water. If you don’t have one on hand, you need to boil regular tap water and cool it to room temperature.
- It is recommended to take ASD for psoriasis 30 minutes before meals.
- If any side effects occur, the course of treatment should be stopped.
- If the doctor has not prescribed an individual dosage, you should strictly adhere to the instructions for use during the entire course.
- Treatment of children under 6 years of age with the drug in question is prohibited.
- Combining the medication with other medications is allowed, but only with the consent of your doctor.
- With extreme caution and only after consultation with a specialist, the medication should be used among elderly patients.
ASD fraction 2 should be stored in a cool room. It is important to avoid exposing the drug to direct sunlight.
Mud treatment
Mud therapy
“...Four years ago I fell ill with psoriasis. At first there was panic, then apathy: the disease is considered incurable. Of course, I listened to the doctors - I took medicines, rubbed in ointments, but all the time I tried to find the most effective method of treatment. And I found it! The mud of the Dead Sea helped me. A year ago I read in the newspaper that they treat hundreds of diseases, and primarily skin diseases. I bought a package at the pharmacy, diluted the powder according to the instructions, and applied it to my problem areas (I just had an exacerbation). And what a miracle - it became easier the very next day! But I, as it was written in the newspaper, was treated for a month: every day I covered myself with mud, left it on my body for 15-20 minutes. I don’t know if I got rid of psoriasis completely, but, as my doctor said, I am now in stable remission. And it pleases!"
Mud therapy (peloidotherapy) is widely used to combat skin problems. Various therapeutic muds are also effective for psoriasis, but Dead Sea mud has proven itself to be the best.
It is recommended to apply it for 10-30 minutes every day or every other day for 30 days, but significant improvement is observed after 7-10 days of mud therapy. Many patients report stable remission after the course.
Dead Sea mud acts on psoriatic lesions as an anti-inflammatory, regenerating and analgesic agent.
Contraindications: benign and malignant tumors, acute infectious diseases, hypertension, coronary heart disease, varicose veins and thrombophlebitis, epilepsy, bleeding.
Recommendations for the patient during treatment
To achieve the best results during therapy, you must avoid drinking alcohol and any drugs. In addition, the patient should adhere to proper nutrition. It is important to exclude spicy, fried, smoked, and too salty foods from the menu. It is also better to avoid exotic fruits, strong tea, coffee, sweet carbonated water, large amounts of honey, eggs, nuts, and chocolate.
ASD fraction 2 has a thickening effect on the blood. At the same time as using the product, experts recommend taking medications to dilute it. This will help avoid some complications from the heart and blood vessels.
The main rule for better and faster removal of toxins from the body during treatment is to drink a sufficient amount of purified natural water. The liquid helps remove harmful substances, maintains the overall well-being of a person and improves the condition of the skin with psoriasis.
ASD 2 should only be purchased at licensed outlets. At the same time, do not hesitate to demand quality certificates for medicines.
For what diseases is ASD used?
With the help of fraction 2, you can treat not only psoriasis of the nails, rashes on the body and scalp. The drug also has an effective effect in the following pathologies:
- diseases of the digestive tract in adults and children;
- obesity;
- ARVI and acute respiratory infections;
- acute or chronic toothache;
- vision diseases;
- hypotension;
- diseases related to gynecology and urology;
- alopecia and some others.
As already mentioned, the treatment of psoriasis and other pathologies using the ASD 2 fraction must be discussed with your doctor. This will help achieve a good therapeutic result and prevent the development of side effects and complications.
Dr. John Pegano Method
Proper nutrition for psoriasis
There are many reviews about the therapeutic diet for psoriasis according to Pegano , which has long been successfully used by many doctors for the prevention and treatment of psoriasis and other skin pathologies without drugs.
John Pegano, an American doctor, author of the book “Treatment of Psoriasis - the Natural Way” , was one of the first to link the development of psoriasis with an unhealthy lifestyle, unhealthy diet, leading to slagging in the body. Pegano proposed a comprehensive approach to the treatment of psoriasis, ensuring rapid recovery without drugs.
The treatment system according to Dr. Pegano’s method involves:
- ✅ cleansing the body (fruit and vegetable diet, enemas, sauna);
- ✅ a special diet that allows you to normalize the acid-base balance in the body;
- ✅ healing of the spine (the condition of the spine affects the blood supply to the intestines);
- ✅ active lifestyle (physical activity, sports, etc.);
- ✅ positive way of thinking (to maintain the health of the nervous system).
The basis of treatment is the diet, which, according to Pegano, not only rids the human body of toxins and waste, but also has a general strengthening effect, activates the immune system, and normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
First of all, the doctor suggests cleansing the body, which will help normal digestion of food and give the body the opportunity to receive the necessary amount of vitamins and minerals that nourish all organs, including the skin. This helps normalize metabolism, the functioning of the immune system, and natural skin regeneration.
At the first stage, Dr. Pegano recommends following a strict diet: for 2-4 days, eat different, only permitted vegetables and fruits, drink more purified water. After cleansing - a diet designed for six months. The diet is designed in such a way that 70% of foods have alkalizing properties, since the main goal of the diet is to normalize the acid-base balance in the body.
The remaining 30% of products may be from the list of weakly acidifying ones.
Authorized products . It is better to plan about 70% of your diet based on foods with a large amount of fiber. You are allowed to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables. Without restrictions, you can, for example, the following: kiwi, pineapples, cabbage, greens, apples, citruses, dates, beets, apricots, figs, carrots, asparagus, pumpkin, berries (except those prohibited), mangoes, green beans.
Limited permission . Prunes, cranberries, rhubarb, legumes, avocado, mushrooms, fresh corn, melon, banana.
Prohibited products . Starchy; containing artificial additives, dyes; fatty and sweet; vegetables belonging to the nightshade category (tomatoes, eggplants, peppers); by-products: food and drinks containing yeast; marinades; fatty meats, sausages, hamburgers and other similar products; strawberries and wild strawberries; goose and any poorly cooked meat; shellfish, crayfish, caviar and any sauces based on them; full-fat milk and products made from it; Fried fish.
If psoriatic arthritis has developed, then the category of prohibited foods is supplemented by citrus fruits.
Principles of nutrition
According to the recommendations of Dr. Pegano, a patient with psoriasis can consume the following foods:
- 1. Eggs. They are used only boiled or fried without oil in a Teflon frying pan.
- 2. Meat. It is strictly not recommended to eat fatty meat. The exception is lamb, but it should be very carefully cleaned of fat. Game allowed. dietary types of poultry, rabbit.
- 3. Fish: perch, tuna, herring, mackerel, haddock, whitefish, sardine, flounder, cod, sole, salmon, halibut, mackerel, trout, saury, sprat, horse mackerel, swordfish.
- 4. Cereals. High-grade flour should be excluded, so even pasta should be selected carefully. You can eat whole grain products (wheat, rye, barley, oats, millet, wild rice), bread, corn flour, bran. When snacking, they also eat pumpkin, sesame, flax, and sunflower seeds.
- 5. Any low-fat milk products.
- 6. Of the oils, give priority to unrefined ones - flaxseed, soybean, olive, almond, cedar, corn, rapeseed.
Important rules:
- 1. Replace coffee with tea with medicinal herbs.
- 2. Consume citruses and milk separately.
- 3. Constantly drink freshly squeezed juices and drink enough water.
- 4. Normalize bowel movements - it should be daily.
MENU FOR THE WEEK ACCORDING TO PEGANO
It is necessary to exclude products that can cause allergic reactions, even if they are on the list of permitted ones, to use a minimum amount of spices, oils, and sweeteners. Only naturally carbonated mineral waters or seltzer are allowed.
BREAKFAST OPTIONS
Recipes for preparing dietary dishes can be found in many cookbooks. The main thing is to follow the technology of their preparation. You cannot eat fried fish, meat, or vegetables. It is recommended to boil, steam, stew with a minimum amount of oil and salt, and cook on the grill or in the microwave.
- ✅ Whole grain porridge with the addition of a spoonful of honey, fruits (except citrus fruits), almonds.
- ✅ Stewed apple trees, figs, raisins or dried apricots.
- ✅ Freshly squeezed dormouse: orange, grapefruit, apple, abrino, pear, grape.
- ✅ Eggs (2-4 pieces per week), soft-boiled, steamed or fried in a Teflon frying pan without fat.
- ✅ Low-fat milk, yogurt, a piece of unsalted cheese.
- ✅ Coffee without caffeine, milk or sweeteners. A cup of hot water with lemon juice. Green tea with honey.
LUNCH OPTIONS
- ✅ Boiled white turkey meat, chicken breast, unsalted cheese.
- ✅ Fruit salads with low-fat cottage cheese or yogurt.
- ✅ Vegetable salads made from carrots, beets, celery, spinach, seasoned with vegetable oil and seasoned with lemon juice.
- ✅ Leaf salads, watercress with added gelatin, which helps digest these dishes.
- ✅ A cup of fresh, hot vegetable soup or broth (optional).
- ✅ A glass of low-fat milk or a glass of mineral water with lemon juice, low-fat yogurt, a cup of decaffeinated coffee and additives (to choose from).
- ✅ Whole grain cookies.
LUNCH OPTIONS
- ✅ Vegetable salad with a piece of fish, poultry, lamb baked in foil (steamed, microwaved). The salad can be seasoned with low-fat cottage cheese or yogurt, butter and lemon juice.
- ✅ A cup of barley soup with minimal salt or brown rice soup.
- ✅ Stewed vegetables and meat with a minimum amount of oil.
- ✅ Green vegetable salad. Steamed yellow (pumpkin, carrots) and green (celery, zucchini, broccoli) vegetables.
- ✅ Fish, poultry, lamb (110-170 g), steamed, grilled (boiled, baked).
- ✅ Fresh fruit or baked apple with a spoon of honey.
- ✅ Herbal tea, coffee without sugar, mineral or plain hot water with lemon (to choose from).
- ✅ Vegetable salad.
DINNER OPTIONS
- ✅ A glass of fruit juice, whole grain tortilla.
- ✅ Fresh fruit (nectarine, peach, orange).
- ✅ A cup of stewed fruit.
Drink herbal teas in the morning half an hour before breakfast, and in the evening before bed. Apples and melons cannot be combined with other products. The same goes for nuts - they are best eaten as a snack separately from other foods.
In addition to diet, Dr. Pegano recommends visiting a bathhouse or sauna, doing exercises for the spine, spending more time in the fresh air and avoiding stress.
Expert opinion about the drug ASD fraction 2
Representatives of medicine speak positively about this medication. Of course, this drug belongs to the so-called alternative treatment of psoriasis, so it does not have many supporters.
It is important during therapy to discuss all changes with your doctor and strictly follow the instructions for use. This will help deal with relapse and avoid side effects. Most patients who have experienced ASD on themselves note that after the first course of treatment, positive dynamics are observed.
Psoriatic arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis is a disease characterized by a chronic progressive course, affecting, in addition to joints, skin, nails, and less often internal organs. Most often it occurs in young and middle-aged people, physically strong, who have been subjected to nervous strain or severe shock.
Psoriatic arthritis
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