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Psoriasis
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Psoriasis is a common skin condition that causes skin redness and irritation. It is
characterized by red, scaly skin patches which are usually found on the scalp, elbows
and knees, and may be associated with severe arthropathy.
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Signs and Symptoms
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o Red patches of skin covered with silvery scales.
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o Small scaling spots.
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o Dry, cracked skin that may bleed.
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o Itching, burning or soreness.
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o Thickened, pitted or ridged nails.
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o Swollen and stiff joints.
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Mode of Transmission
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Researchers feel that psoriasis is an immune system disorder but also think that genetics and the environment contribute to flare-ups.
There are several triggers that can make psoriasis worse.
stresssmoking
medication
alcoholism
weather
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Methods of Control
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o Topical medications such as lotions, ointments, creams, and
shampoos.o Body-wide (systemic)
medications, which are pills or injections that affect the whole
body, not just the skino Phototherapy, which uses light
to treat psoriasis.
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Diseases
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o Thickened skin and bacterial skin infections caused by scratching in
an attempt to relieve severe itchingo Fluid and electrolyte imbalance
in the case of severe pustular psoriasiso Low self-esteem, depression,
stress and anxiety, social isolation.
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Screening Procedure
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Your doctor will look at your skin. Diagnosis is usually based on what
the skin looks like. Sometimes, a skin biopsy is done to rule out
other possible conditions. If you have joint pain, your doctor may
order x-rays.
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