Other Types of Psoriasis

Having psoriASIS increases your risk of developing other health conditions due to the disease’s immune system weakening and inflammatory properties. Even though you can lower your risk of further health complications by following a consistent treatment plan and having a healthy lifestyle, here are 7 conditions that are linked to psoriasis that you should be aware of. Diabetes Psoriasis has been associated with insulin resistance as well as excess insulin production. Some studies show that people who have psoriasis have an increased risk of...

Guttate is one the most common type of psoriasis that is characterized by tiny red spots that are red and scaly. As painful and uncomfortable as it is, guttate psoriasis is not as prevalent as plaque psoriasis as only 1 out of 10 people with psoriasis have guttate psoriasis. Just like every other form of psoriasis, guttate psoriasis is the result of your immune system attacking and destroying its own cells. Guttate psoriasis is a lifelong condition that is characterized by remissions and recurrences...

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder that results in red, inflamed, and scaly patches on the skin. Psoriasis can affect anyone, and about 7 million people in the United States have psoriasis. Psoriasis is not a contagious disease, but the exact cause of the condition is still a bit of a mystery. Although psoriasis does not have a cure, there are many treatment options available to lessen its symptoms and improve people’s quality of life. While psoriasis patches or lesions may appear on any part...

A skin rash is an area of the skin that is swollen and/or irritated and can include bumps, sores, or scales. The skin may also be itchy, red, or have a burning sensation. Some rashes develop over time, while others can occur right away. A skin rash is typically a symptom or cause of a variety of medical conditions — the location, appearance, and color of the rash are all essential in determining what medical condition is behind the rash. When diagnosed, doctors can...

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that speeds up the growth of skin cells which results in a buildup of red, flaky, and itchy patches of dead skin cells. Psoriasis patches or lesions cause inflammation, redness, and pain. While they may occur any part of the body, the elbows, hands, knees, and scalp are the most commonly affected areas. Even though plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis, affecting around 80% of people with psoriasis, there are four other types of psoriasis,...

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes red, raised, scaling, and itchy lesions, but unbeknownst to many, many studies have also shown that people with psoriasis are at a much higher risk of depression. You are not only more like to become depressed when you have psoriasis, but since there is still very little known about the disease, doctors do not rule out the possibility that psoriasis itself may cause depression. Depression often exhibits itself with hopelessness, sadness, lethargy, and a lack of interest...

Psoriasis is a chronic condition in which skin cells growing too quickly. The result is large patches of red, raised skin, skin scales, and flakes of dry skin. People with psoriasis may see symptoms that range from mild to severe, depending on other factors in their environment, such as cold, dry climates, infections, stress, dry skin, and taking certain medicines. Your specific symptoms will also depend on which type of psoriasis is affecting you. Treatments for psoriasis will vary depending on the type and severity of...

Guttate psoriasis is a skin condition that causes small, red bumps called papules to form on the skin of the arms, back and torso. Although no cure for guttate psoriasis exists, a few effective treatments are available. Guttate psoriasis is one of five specific types of psoriasis. Psoriatic skin conditions result from localized changes in the way dead skin cells are replaced. The skin of a person without psoriasis replaces old cells every 28 to 30 days; in a person with one or more forms of...

Guttate psoriasis is one of five forms of a relatively common skin condition called psoriasis. Each type of psoriasis has its own unique rash that appears on the skin surface, and guttate psoriasis is characterized by small, red spots over the chest, back, and arms. The medical term for one of these spots is “papule,” meaning a solid, raised bump on the skin that is often red in color and isn’t fluid-filled.  In most cases, guttate psoriasis papules solely appear on the chest, back, and arms...

Psoriasis is a chronic condition resulting from an overactive immune system. Instead of the normal 30 day cycle in which new skin cells form, someone with psoriasis makes new skin cells every 3 or 4 days. This generally results in a pile up of cells that can’t be shed fast enough, leading to inflamed patches of rough, scaly, itchy skin. There are five major types of psoriasis. It is important to know which one you have to find the best treatment options. Here’s a...