Psoriasis: Symptoms, Treatment, Images and More - DermNet Psoriasis usually presents with symmetrical, scaly plaques with well-defined edges Factors that can trigger psoriasis include smoking, obesity, medications such as some anti-inflammatories and lithium
Psoriasis Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors | NIAMS Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes red, scaly skin that may feel painful, swollen, or hot Learn more about the types and what causes psoriasis
Treatment of psoriasis - DermNet What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a common, chronic, immune-mediated skin disease with characteristic red, scaly plaques caused by the excessive proliferation of skin cells There are a number of types of psoriasis, including chronic plaque psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, flexural psoriasis, palmoplantar psoriasis, and nail psoriasis
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Scalp Psoriasis: A Complete Overview — DermNet Scalp psoriasis is characterised by red, thickened patches or plaques with overlying silvery-white scales, affecting part or all of the scalp, as seen in the images below Scalp psoriasis is thought to be caused by a combination of multiple factors
UVB Phototherapy (Ultraviolet Light Therapy) — DermNet Ultraviolet B (UVB) phototherapy delivers shortwave ultraviolet radiation to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis Phototherapy works by suppressing DNA synthesis, which in turn reduces inflammation
Nail psoriasis - DermNet Nail psoriasis, Psoriatic nail dystrophy, Psoriatic nail disease, Psoriasis of the nails Authoritative facts from DermNet New Zealand