Is Exercising Okay When Getting Treated For Psoriasis And Pityriasis Rosea?

Posted on Fri, 12 Dec 2014

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Fri, 12 Dec 2014 Answered on

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Question : my question is...if I have p.rosacea or psoriasis is it okay for me to exercise or would the sweat make my rash worse?

Answered by Dr. Geetika Paul (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
No effect of exercise

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Both psoriasis and pityriasis rosea are immunological skin problems and they are not affected by sweating or exercise.

Please ask if you need any further clarifications

Dr Geetika Paul

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar