What Is Biologic Therapy?

A biologic is an injectable drug made from or containing components of living organisms. Dr. David Kessler at Massapequa Dermatology may recommend a biologic to treat eczema (atopic dermatitis) or psoriasis (autoimmune skin disease) by harnessing the body's immune response to reduce inflammatory symptoms. If you have eczema, or psoriasis or suspect it, our dermatologist can correctly diagnose you. If you're a candidate for biologic therapy in Massapequa, NY, it can help reduce itching, smooth the skin, and improve your sleep and overall quality of life.

What Is Biologic Therapy?

Eczema and psoriasis have different risk factors, but both are manageable with biologic therapy in Massapequa, NY. Biologic treatments, administered via injection or IV infusion, target specific parts of the immune system. Biologics like Enbrel, Humira, and Remicade are disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), which means they try to delay or contain the functions in the body that induce joint damage. Biologics used to treat psoriatic arthritis inhibit the action of a type of immune cell known as a T-cell. Biologics for eczema work by altering interleukins, proteins that regulate immune system responses. Eczema biologics differ because they target a particular element of the immune system rather than the whole system. Eczema and psoriasis are two conditions that can require urgent medical attention in severe cases. If you notice scaly, itchy, or red patches of skin, consult our doctor to discuss this treatment method.

Our dermatologist will determine if biologic therapy is right for you during an initial consultation. You may benefit from biologic therapy in Massapequa, NY, if you have severe or extensive eczema or psoriasis that doesn't respond to topical or oral medication. Visit our website to learn more about the services provided at Massapequa Dermatology. For more information about biologic therapy in Massapequa, NY, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. David Kessler, call (516) 799-1600.