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What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the skin and joints. During an outbreak, raised patches of dry skin – red on fair skins and white on dark skins  – appear, especially on the skin in the area around the joints, such as the knees and elbows. In 30% of cases psoriasis affects the joints themselves that become stiff (especially the lower back) or swollen. Some people also complain of itching, especially at night.    The disease typically occurs   at around the age of 20: type 1 psoriasis of which there is often a family history;  or around the age of 40: type 2 psoriasis that often appears at times of major stress.  Psoriasis affects about 3% of the population. It is not a contagious disease.   Your care and treatment Consultations   A dermatology consultation is often enough to make or confirm a diagnosis. After which the patient can be referred to the Erasmus Hospital’s Clinic for Inflammatory Dermatological Diseases where they will be seen by a dermatologist specialised in psoriasis, either for an individual consultation or a joint consultation with a rheumatologist if joints are affected. As psoriasis can be associated with a chronic intestinal inflammatory disease (e.g. Crohn’s disease), a  gastroenterologist may also be brought in.    Stress, smoking and being overweight or obese are all pro-inflammatory factors and favour psoriasis outbreaks. For this reason and depending on your profile, consultations with a psychologist, tobaccologist and/or dietician may be suggested.    Treatment   Treatment of psoriasis depends on the extent of the symptoms and whether or not a joint is affected.    A cortisone cream, vitamin D supplement and/or localised phototherapy sessions for the hands and feet can be enough to treat small skin surfaces.   Immunosuppressive treatment and/or phototherapy sessions in a cabin can treat  larger skin surfaces, with or without affected joints.  Monthly or quarterly biotherapy (auto)injections are reserved for cases of refractory psoriasis, with or without affected joints. The patient can learn to self-inject, use the services of a visiting nurse or attend the Wound Care Clinic (located at the Erasmus Medical Center) where a member of the nursing staff will give the injection.    Examinations and follow-up  To be reimbursed, the candidate for immunosuppressive treatment or biotherapy must first have a complete blood test and lung X-ray to rule out the possibility of tuberculosis  (= immunosuppressants are contraindicated).   If the treatment is initiated, patients must return one month later for a consultation to check whether their body is responding to and tolerating the immunosuppressant or biotherapy. If all is fine, quarterly monitoring is instigated.    Advice Daily skin hydration with appropriate products is an inherent part of psoriasis treatment. No aggressive aesthetic treatment (hair removal, scrub, tattooing, etc.) of the skin must be undertaken without medical advice, especially if the psoriasis is not under control. While the chlorinated water of swimming pools is not recommended, seawater and sun (with sun protection) generally have a positive effect on psoriasis rashes. Image Research Dermatologists at the Erasmus Hospital initiate or participate in epidemiological (on the basis of a questionnaire), clinical (new treatments) or academic research projects on psoriasis. 

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Our role The Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry evaluates, orients and treats the psychopathological situations of infants, children, adolescents  and young people transitioning to adulthood, in cooperation with their family and support network (doctors, schools, social partners, judicial representatives, youth workers, etc.). The team acts both at an early stage to prevent disorders and in diagnosis as well as in crisis or more complex situations.   Our approach is interdisciplinary, embracing biological, psychological and social aspects in a way that takes into account the various dimensions of the patient and patient’s family: somatic, psychological, environmental, social and cultural.    Image Our specialities The Department of Child and Adolescent Psychology coordinates a number of units, each with specific expertise.   A consultations unit is coupled with an intensive outpatient unit to evaluate and provide early care for psychopathological disorders with a specific programme:    Patients of transitional age (16-23) with Ultra High Risk (UHR) of developing a psychopathology: evaluation, orientation, care Eating disorders: intensive outpatient care pre- and post-hospitalisation for young people (13-20) and their family (FBT and MFT).   The hospitalisation unit for adolescents cares for young people aged between 13 and 18 with severe psychological problems who require care in a day/night unit. It is also specialised in caring for young people with a severe eating disorder.   The Perinatology Clinic participates in the interdisciplinary NATUS project that brings together obstetricians, neonatologists, psychiatrists, paediatricians and paramedical staff.   The 24/7 emergency unit for children and adolescents is located at the Laeken site.  Our team Image Our specialists doctors

Our role Physical health and mental well-being are inextricably linked and as a patient you are at the centre of our concerns.  Our department has a number of psychologists who are active throughout the hospital. They are available for consultations or can be contacted during your hospitalisation. Psychologists have a clinical mission as care providers, supporting the patient and family and preventing, diagnosing and treating complaints of psychological origin and expression. This psychological support can help you regain your sense of well-being when faced with a health problem and, if needed, facilitate contacts with the care team as a whole.     Image Our specialities The fields of expertise of the Erasmus Hospital psychologists vary depending on the medical department in which the psychologist is present. A psychologist assigned to a particular department (cardiology, pneumology, neurology, oncology, etc.) is therefore specialised in the specific psychological needs of patients in that department. Liaison psychologists act as a “link” in facilitating communication between you, as a patient, and the care team.   The Psychology Department also proposes psychological questionnaires and inventories, cognitive or neuropsychological tests, personality tests, intellectual tests and psychological tests.   First line psychological care is also available. These are interventions of short duration that make it possible to regain mental well-being in the case of temporary fragility or difficulty.    Research The Psychology Department also engages in scientific research. This research focuses on a range of subjects, including sleep, psycho-oncology, intensive care, psychology in the workplace. For example, in response to the COVID crisis the Psychology Department initiated research into the impact of the health crisis on the mental health of nursing staff, leading to scientific collaboration with a number of Belgian hospitals.   The Psychology Department also plays an active role in teaching at the Université Libre de Bruxelles and in practical training for future psychologists.    Publications Mental health outcomes differences in healthcare workers in COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 care units: a cross-sectional survey in Belgium Authors : Tiete J., Guatteri M., Lachaux A., Loas G., Hougardy J-M., Matossian A., Rotsaert M.Journal: Frontiers in Psychology  08 November 2023 Self-report of empathy: a shortened french adaptation of the interpersonal reactivity index (iri) using two large belgian samples. Authors : Braun S, Rosseel Y, Kempenaers C, Loas G, Linkowski P. Journal : Psychol Rep. 2015 Dec; 117(3):735-53.  08 November 2023 The assessment of autistic traits with the Autism Spectrum Quotient: Contribution of the French version to its construct validity. Authors : Kempenaers C., Braun S., Delvaux N., and Linkowski P. Journal: (2017). European Review of Applied Psychology, 67(6), 299-306. Doi : 10.1016/j.erap.2017.09.001  08 November 2023 French Adaptation of the Narcissistic Personality Inventory in a Belgian French-Speaking Sample. Authors : Braun S, Kempenaers C, Linkowski P, Loas G. Journal: Front Psychol. 2016 Dec 23; 7  08 November 2023 Our Team Image Our medical specialists

Pulsatile tinnitus Pulsatile tinnitus is characterised by pulsating in the ears or head in time with the heartbeat. It is very specific and can have a number of sources. In the case of vascular pulsatile tinnitus complaints such as high blood pressure, vascular malformations, arteriosclerosis or vascular tumours can cause an abnormal blood flow that results in pulsating noises in the ear. ENT disorders can also interfere with sound conduction and cause pulsatile tinnitus. In addition to pulsating noises in the ears, patients can also suffer headaches, sinus problems, vision problems, etc.   Care Pulsatile tinnitus has a significant impact on the quality of life of patients. However, treatment options are available to alleviate these symptoms. Diagnosis of this very particular pathology must be established by specialists who carry out the appropriate examinations. For optimal care, within the H.U.B the Erasmus Hospital proposes a joint consultation with a neurologist and ENT specialist who together can quickly determine whether it is indeed a pulsating tinnitus and propose a personalised treatment plan accordingly. Depending on the pathology’s underlying cause a number of options can be proposed, including risk factor management (in case of high blood pressure for example); medication; adoption of a healthy lifestyle; stress management; sound therapy to help reduce the perception of the pulsating tinnitus; in certain cases treatment of the vascular problem causing the tinnitus. This unique association of two specialists at a single consultation coupled with close multidisciplinary cooperation  permits more effective intervention to rapidly improve the quality of life of patients.  

On the occasion of Purple Day, we met with the Neurotechnology Department at Erasmus Hospital, a key player in the fight against epilepsy. The Neurotechnology Department: a key player in the fight against epilepsy At the forefront of epilepsy management, this department stands out as an indispensable player, providing specialized expertise and advanced technologies for accurate diagnosis and continuous patient monitoring. What sets this department apart is its mobility, availability, and versatility across other services. Utilizing portable electroencephalograms, the nurses in this department intervene whenever a neurological issue in a patient needs analysis, whether it be in neurology, intensive care, neonatology, geriatrics, or elsewhere. What sets this department apart is its mobility, availability, and versatility across other services Accurate diagnosis and continuous monitoring The Neurotechnology Department has a 5-room epilepsy exploration unit, capable of accommodating patients requiring thorough diagnostic evaluations of the frequency, intensity, and origin of their symptoms for hospitalization of at least 24 hours. Sometimes even in anticipation of surgical treatment for their epilepsy. The nurses in the neurotechnology department also perform outpatient procedures: electroencephalograms and evoked potentials. With exemplary responsiveness, essential mobility, and specialized expertise, it contributes to precise diagnosis and ensures continuous monitoring of epileptic patients, resulting in improved patient care. In the fight against epilepsy, the Neurotechnology Department at Erasme Hospital emerges as a key element in patient management. Affiche de présentation du Service de Neurotechnique Le service de Neurologie Contact: nathalie [dot] buffe [at] hubruxelles [dot] be