Unfortunately, there is no cure for psoriasis. However, there are many effective treatment options that can reduce a person’s symptoms. Topical treatments including steroid creams or salicylic acid ointment can help relieve inflammation and improve exfoliation in the areas where psoriasis plaques are present. More recently, phototherapy and laser treatments for psoriasis have shown promising results for patients with severe symptoms. Oral and injectable medications can address psoriasis at the source inside your body by reducing skin cell growth. However, it is important to remember that many of these medications can weaken your immune system and leave you more susceptible to infection and disease.