Psoriasis

Psoriasis Psoriasis is a noncontagious skin condition that produces red dry plaques of thickened skin that can appear throughout the body. The dry flakes and skin scales are believed to result from rapid proliferation of skin cells that is triggered by abnormal lymphocytes from the blood. Some people have mild cases of psoriasis and others have very severe psoriasis which literally covers than entire body. Psoriasis is considered a chronic non curable skin condition, it periodically improves or worsens. Many people notice worsening conditions in the winter months. Although psoriasis is not death threatening it immensely does affect a person’s mental health and self-concept. Patients with psoriasis commonly have social embarrassment, job stress, emotional distress, and other personal issues because of the appearance of their skin. There are seven different types of psoriasis; the most common type is plaque psoriasis. Plaque psoriasis causes raised, red, inflamed skin covered with silvery white scales, that may itch and burn. Plaque psoriasis can appear anywhere on the body but is commonly found on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back.
Guttate psoriasis is another type of psoriasis it usually starts in childhood or young adulthood. It occurs in less than 2% of patients with psoriasis. This type causes small red or pink spots on the skin, these spot are usually less thick than plaque lesions. Guttate psoriasis often appears around the upper arms, thighs, and scalp.
Inverse psoriasis causes bright, red, smooth, and shiny lesions and they do not have scales. It usually appears under the armpits, in the groin, under the breast, and in skin folds under the genitals and buttocks.
Pustular psoriasis is different type of psoriasis it is uncommon and mostly appears in adults. It causes pus-filled bumps or pustules surrounded by red skin. This type of psoriasis may show up in only one part of the body such as the hands and feet, or it may