Episode 184: Psoriasis & Homeopathy: Healing the Root Cause with Ann Lovatt

Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system becomes "confused" and begins attacking healthy skin cells. This triggers a chain reaction of inflammation that causes skin cells to turn over at an incredibly fast rate—sometimes over a single day rather than several weeks. Because the body cannot shed these cells quickly enough, they pile up on the surface, creating the characteristic thick, scaly, and dry patches. The Genetic and Emotional Connection Ann highlights that between 60% and 90% of people with psoriasis have a family history of the condition, suggesting a strong genetic susceptibility. However, the disease often remains dormant until a "pivotal moment" or trigger occurs. These triggers can be: Physical Trauma: Surgical incisions, tattoos, or injuries to the skin. Infections: Strep throat or other respiratory infections. Emotional Stress: Significant life traumas, grief, or suppressed anger. Ann notes that skin can act as a "thick skin" or a protective shell for people who have experienced deep emotional pain, shielding them from difficult emotions that are too painful to touch. How Homeopathy247 Differs from Conventional Medicine While mainstream medicine often uses "sledgehammer" approaches like steroid creams to suppress surface symptoms, homeopathy focuses on the mind-body connection. Individualization: Two people with psoriasis may receive completely different remedies based on their unique triggers and emotional state. Layered Healing: Ann describes healing as an onion peeling or a flower opening, where remedies address layers of suppression and detoxify the body from past medications. Patience is Key: Because psoriasis is deep-seated, healing is a slow process that requires time and a safe space to explore the root causes. Evidence and Measurement For those seeking scientific reassurance, Ann points to the Homeopathic Research Institute and specific clinical measurements used in trials. These include the PASI (Psoriasis Area and Severity Index), which scores redness, thickness, and scaling, and the Monarch score, which helps determine if the improvement was specifically caused by the homeopathic remedy rather than coincidence. Important links mentioned in this episode: Know more about Ann Lovatt: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/ann-lovatt/ Visit Ann's website: https://www.annlovatt.com/   Subscribe to our YouTube channel and be updated with our latest episodes. You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/