If you have psoriasis and are experiencing persistent fatigue, there are several strategies you can try to boost your energy and improve your sleep.
Talk to your doctor. The first thing you should do is see your dermatologist to make sure you’re doing everything you can to keep your psoriasis well controlled. “We don’t have a cure for psoriasis but we have a lot of medications out there that really do work well to control it,” says Vashi.
Your dermatologist can also refer you to other specialists who can deal with related conditions such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, depression, substance abuse, and more, says George.
Exercise regularly. “When people have health conditions, it can be hard to get into the habit of exercising, but even starting a little can make such a big difference,” says George. “Get outside, take a brief walk, and find something that can keep you active because if you get a little exercise, it can make it easier to fall asleep at night, too.”
“When you eat all that processed, sugary food, your body is on high alert all the time and inflammation is increased,” says George.
Practice good good sleep habits. These include:
- Keeping your bedroom dark and quiet
- Sticking to the same sleep and wake schedule every day
- Avoiding alcohol
- Limiting caffeine, especially close to bedtime
- Reducing stress (Meditation apps can be helpful, as can identifying things that may be causing your stress, says George.)
- Keeping electronic gadgets that emit blue light (such as the TV, tablets, computers, and cell phones) out of the bedroom
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