Psoriasis - Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Psoriasis FAQ
Where does psoriasis occur?
Psoriasis can occur on any part of the body, including the scalp, hands, feet, finger or toes nails, and genitals. Who gets psoriasis?
What causes psoriasis?
Common triggers in people with a genetic predisposition to psoriasis include infections, cuts or burns, and certain medications. Treatments are available to help you manage symptoms. And you can try lifestyle habits and coping strategies to help you live better with psoriasis.
Is psoriasis a chronic condition?
Psoriasis is a chronic condition, which means that symptoms may come and go throughout your life. Treatment can relieve symptoms so you can look and feel your best. How do I take care of myself? To feel your best with psoriasis: Take medications as instructed. Use moisturizer regularly, especially after bathing. Avoid harsh soaps.
How do I know if I Have Psoriasis?
Your health care provider then might take a small sample of skin (biopsy) for examination under a microscope. This helps determine the type of psoriasis and rule out other disorders. Psoriasis treatments aim to stop skin cells from growing so quickly and to remove scales.
Is psoriasis a chronic disease?
Psoriasis is a chronic (long-lasting) disease in which the immune system becomes overactive, causing skin cells to multiply too quickly. Patches of skin become scaly and inflamed, most often on the scalp, elbows, or knees, but other parts of the body can be affected as well.
Psoriasis References
If you want to know more about Psoriasis, consider exploring links below:
What Is Psoriasis
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/psoriasis/symptoms-causes/syc-20355840
- https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/psoriasis
- https://www.healthline.com/health/psoriasis
Psoriasis Information
- https://dermnetnz.org/topics/psoriasis
- https://psoriasisaustralia.org.au/what-is-psoriasis/
- https://www.psoriasis.org/about-psoriasis/
- https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/psoriasis
- https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-au/professional/dermatologic-disorders/psoriasis-and-scaling-diseases/psoriasis
- https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/psoriasis/what/overview
- https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/psoriasis
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