Psoriasis - Wikipedia
WEBPsoriasis is a long-lasting, noncontagious autoimmune disease characterized by patches of abnormal skin. These areas are red, pink, or purple, dry, itchy, and scaly. Psoriasis varies in severity from small …
Psoriasis Types, Symptoms & Causes | NIAMS
WEBJun 16, 2023 · Symptoms of Psoriasis. Symptoms of psoriasis vary from person to person, but some common ones are: Patches of thick, red skin with silvery-white scales that itch or burn, typically on the elbows, knees, …
Psoriasis, oversigt - Patienthåndbogen på sundhed.dk
WEBNov 7, 2022 · Psoriasis er en hudsygdom, hvor der ses en øget aktivitet af immunforsvaret i overhuden, altså en tilstand, der minder om betændelse, og som kan give udslæt på store dele af huden. Sygdommen varierer …
Psoriasis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
WEBApr 3, 2023 · Psoriasis is a chronic proliferative and inflammatory condition of the skin. It is characterized by erythematous plaques covered with silvery scales, particularly over the extensor surfaces, scalp, and lumbosacral region. [1] [2] [3] The disorder can also affect the joints and eyes. Psoriasis has no cure and the disease waxes and wanes with ...
Psoriasis: Overview - American Academy of Dermatology
WEB1 Menter A, Gottlieb A, et al. “Guidelines of care for the management of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, Section 1: Overview of psoriasis and guidelines of care for the treatment of psoriasis with biologics.” J Am Acad Dermatol. 2008; 58:826-50. Images Image of plaque psoriasis: Used with permission of the American Academy of Dermatology …
Psoriasis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
WEBJun 16, 2023 · Bathe in lukewarm water and use mild soap that has added oils. After bathing, apply heavy moisturizers while your skin is still damp. Maintain a healthy weight. Obesity makes the symptoms of psoriasis worse. Eat a healthy diet. The Mediterranean diet has been shown to be helpful in several psoriasis studies.
Psoriasis: Diagnosis and treatment - American Academy of Dermatology
WEBJan 5, 2023 · Approved to treat adults and children, this psoriasis cream is used to treat mild, moderate, or severe disease. While many medications applied to the skin can treat plaque psoriasis, roflumilast can also effectively treat a type of psoriasis called inverse (aka intertriginous) psoriasis, which affects the body folds.. In the studies that led the …
What is psoriasis? - American Academy of Dermatology
WEBPsoriasis. What is psoriasis? This condition develops when the body makes skin cells too quickly, causing skin cells to pile up and form visible patches or spots on the skin. Is psoriasis contagious? No. Psoriasis overview: What exactly is it? Psoriasis causes the body to produce skin cells in days rather than weeks.
Psoriasis - Treatment - NHS
WEBSteroid creams or ointments (topical corticosteroids) are commonly used to treat mild to moderate psoriasis in most areas of the body. The treatment works by reducing inflammation. This slows the production of skin cells and reduces itching. Topical corticosteroids range in strength from mild to very strong.