Psoriasis

About Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes a rash with itchy, scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk and scalp.

Psoriasis is a common, long-term (chronic) disease with no cure. It can be painful, interfere with sleep and make it hard to concentrate. The condition tends to go through cycles, flaring for a few weeks or months, then subsiding for a while. Common triggers in people with a genetic predisposition to psoriasis include infections, cuts or burns, and certain medications.

Treatments are available to help you manage symptoms. And you can try lifestyle habits and coping strategies to help you live better with psoriasis.

Common signs and symptoms of psoriasis include:

A patchy rash that varies widely in how it looks from person to person, ranging from spots of dandruff-like scaling to major eruptions over much of the body. Rashes that vary in color, tending to be shades of purple with gray scale on brown or Black skin and pink or red with silver scale on white skin. Small scaling spots (commonly seen in children). Dry, cracked skin that may bleed. Itching, burning or soreness. Cyclic rashes that flare for a few weeks or months and then subside

When to see a doctor?

If you suspect that you may have psoriasis, see your health care provider. Also seek medical care if your condition:
- Becomes severe or widespread.
- Causes you discomfort and pain.
- Causes you concern about the appearance of your skin.
- Doesn't improve with treatment.

Causes of Psoriasis

Psoriasis is thought to be an immune system problem that causes skin cells to grow faster than usual. In the most common type of psoriasis, known as plaque psoriasis, this rapid turnover of cells results in dry, scaly patches.
The cause of psoriasis isn't fully understood. It's thought to be an immune system problem where infection-fighting cells attack healthy skin cells by mistake. Researchers believe that both genetics and environmental factors play a role. The condition is not contagious.

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