When skin cell multiplies or makes the bump red patches or scales on the body this skin disorder is Psoriasis. It can grow any part of the body and make dandruff-like scaling but it mostly appears on the elbow, scalp, knees, and lower back. Psoriasis cannot be spread from one person to another. You can Book an appointment with a Dermatologist through InstaCare.


Symptoms of Psoriasis

  • Red patches of skin covered with scales.
  • Scaling spots on the skin.
  • Cracked on the skin that may bleed.
  • Itching.
  • Swollen and stiff joints.

When the immune system attacks healthy skin cells and your body does not have the ability to fight this situation then psoriasis caused. There are many other causes which are given below:

  • Cold and Dry weather.
  • Skin injury such as a cut.
  • Stress.
  • Consumption of Alcohol.

What environmental factors are involved in triggering Psoriasis?

  • Infections, such as strep throat or skin infections.
  • Weather, especially cold, dry conditions
  • Injury to the skin, such as a cut or scrape, a bug bite, or a severe sunburn
  • Stress
  • Smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke
  • Heavy alcohol consumption
  • A rapid removal of oral or systemic corticosteroids

How many types of Psoriasis is?

Plaque Psoriasis

Symptoms of Plaque psoriasis include dryness on the skin, red patches on skin covered with silvery scales. Plaque psoriasis usually appears on the elbow, knees, scalp, and lower back.


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Nail Psoriasis

Symptoms of Plaque include nail pitting, abnormal nail growth, and discoloration on the nail. It usually appears on fingernails and toenails.


Guttate Psoriasis

It marked as small drop-shaped and appears on strep throat, arms, and legs.

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Inverse Psoriasis

Symptoms of Inverse psoriasis include sweating and redness on the skin. It mostly affects the skin folds of the breasts, buttocks, and groin.


Erythroderma psoriasis

It affects the entire body with a red peeling rash that can itch or burn intensely.


Psoriatic Arthritis

It is a form of arthritis in this condition red patches appear on the skin. Psoriatic arthritis cause swelled and pain in joints and also leading to permanent joint damage.


Conclusion


125 million people in the world suffer from Psoriasis. A patient who suffers from Psoriasis needs to exercise the power over this chronic skin condition. Patients should proactive about diet and medications. If you face a Psoriasis issue and want to consult with the best Dermatologist in Pakistan then download the InstaCare Application or you can call on the helpline number: 0310 0002273 for assistance to find the right professional for your concerns.