Talking to Your Dermatologist about Psoriasis
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 a very wide range of ages and medical backgrounds. Fortunately, psoriasis is diagnosed and treated very easily because of how common it is.
Researching Types of Psoriasis
Before meeting with your primary care physician or a dermatologist, it could be helpful to research the different types of psoriasis and their unique characteristics.