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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...
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Psoriasis vulgaris, which is commonly referred to as plaque psoriasis, is the most common form of psoriasis. Between 85% and 90% of people with psoriasis experience this form. If you are affected by plaque psoriasis, it can be helpful to understand related medical terms so you can stay informed about your condition. Here are some important terms to know if you have plaque psoriasis: Plaque: When referring to your skin, plaque is typically an inflamed area covered with white, silvery, scaly skin. Plaque is usually found on your elbows,...
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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...
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Psoriasis is a chronic and incurable skin condition which millions of Americans suffer from. This condition will flare up or subside at any time. Psoriasis Causes While these remissions can last for a long time, the main cause of the problem is unknown. Many psoriasis symptoms will flare up when the body is triggered. Some of these triggers that cause psoriasis flare-ups include trauma, stress, injury, disease or illness. There are many therapies available for the treatment of psoriasis to help manage symptoms but a cure...
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Have you been having problems with your skin lately, and you aren’t sure what it is? Do you have red patches, itching, dry and cracked skin, or bleeding? If you have more than one of these symptoms in combination, you might be suffering from something a little more severe than routine winter dry skin; it’s called psoriasis. There is no reason to be embarrassed if you think you might have psoriasis. Psoriasis is a very common skin condition that affects millions of Americans with...
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The standard psoriasis symptoms are elevated, patches of red skin on top with silvery scales that are loose and are located on the knees or elbows.There are numerous psoriasis types. Psoriasis symptoms for every type vary in severity, and appear in a huge display of combo’s. the more severe symptoms of psoriasis include: Vivid maroon areas of patches on your skin, more than likely smothered with dry, loose scales. Plaques occur anywhere, but commonly they occur on the elbows, knees, hands, scalp, lower back,...
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Chronic skin conditions can be some of the most uncomfortable and embarrassing disorders. Psoriasis and eczema are two of the most common. Although they both tend to result in rashes, they are very different diseases. Understanding them both and their differences can help you understand your treatment options. Here’s a look at what psoriasis and eczema are and the distinct differences between the two. What is Psoriasis? The are five major types of psoriasis: plaque, guttate, inverse, pustular, and erythrodermic. Each generally results in...
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Scalp psoriasis is a condition that causes scaly, red patches to develop on the scalp. Severe scalp psoriasis can result in hair loss. The good news is that there are several remedies and treatments available that can ease the unpleasant symptoms of this condition. Shampooing Frequent shampooing will help remove psoriasis scales in a stress-free fashion. You should consider using shampoos that contain selenium, salicylic acid, or tar. If the scales are very thick, you may have to shampoo your hair twice per day....
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Medical professionals are not completely sure what causes the psoriasis to flare up during stressful times; they suspect it may have something to do with the immune system. People commonly attribute flu-like symptoms and colds to stress, so this theory may not be far off. Either way, outbreaks are a cyclical nuisance. Stress causes a breakout, and the breakout causes self-consciousness and more subsequent stress. Psoriasis-Related Stress Stress and psoriasis can affect each other in a number of ways. Psoriasis can cause stress as...
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Approximately 15% of people with psoriasis also develop a condition called psoriatic arthritis (PSA). This form of arthritis occurs when the body’s immune system not only starts to attack your skin, causing the trademark skin lesions of psoriasis, but also begins to attack your joints as well. Sometimes, PSA can occur before you see rashes on your skin. Your elbows, knees, back, and even finger tips can be affected. Everyday Challenges Many everyday activities can become difficult for people with this disease. A form...
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Scalp psoriasis is a condition marked by patches of itchy, yellow scales that develop on the scalp or surrounding areas of the head. These scales develop when the body’s immune system unintentionally attacks healthy skin cells, although the reason this occurs is still unknown. There is currently no complete cure for scalp psoriasis, but with proper treatment, patients can bring their symptoms down to a more manageable level. Here is a look at some of the most popular methods used today. Over-the-Counter Treatments It’s...
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Phototherapy is a type of light therapy that is commonly used to treat affected areas of skin for people who have psoriasis. Even though this can be a very effective way to deal with the condition, it unfortunately can also be very expensive, as well as inconvenient and time-consuming. Therefore, many people with psoriasis have been exploring similar options, such as using tanning beds, for treatment. But is this method really as effective and low-risk as actual phototherapy? Tanning Bed Risks Even though the National...