Friday, September 27, 2019

What is Psoriasis?



Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory condition, which affects the skin’s surface. The condition causes inflamed, red, flaky and itchy skin, often around the knees, elbows, and scalp.

Psoriasis: more than just dry skin

It affects people of all ages, races, and genders. It may be contagious and affect people’s self-esteem as well.

Things you should know

Psoriasis is common, 1 in 50 people have this condition. So, need not worry or stress yourself.

The National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) says that depression is the number one co-morbidity of psoriasis.

Causes:
  • Gene Mutation: Scientists have now identified about 25 genetic variants, which increase the probability of a person developing psoriasis
  • Stress
  • Weather changes Medications
  • Infections
  • Skin Trauma
  • Smoking and Alcohol


Types:

It is classified into 6 types. They are Plaque Psoriasis, Scalp Psoriasis, Guttate Psoriasis, Pustular Psoriasis, Psoriasis in Sensitive Areas and Nail Psoriasis

1      Plaque Psoriasis
It is the most common type which is caused by the accumulation of skin cells known as plaques.
Area affected: Whole body

2       Scalp Psoriasis

It may result in dandruff.
Area affected: Scalp Torso back and limbs

3       Guttate Psoriasis

It appears on the skin as red, scaly, small, teardrop-shaped spots
Area affected: Torso back and limbs

4       Pustular Psoriasis

A raised bump that is filled with a white, thick fluid composed of white blood cells
Area affected: Whole body

5       Psoriasis in Sensitive Areas

Skin is more sensitive in certain places like face, genitals and the skin folds under the breasts and buttocks and in the groin.
Genital psoriasis develops around the genital area
It can flare up on the vulva or the penis. It can also appear on your upper thighs, the folds of skin between your thigh and groin, or between your buttocks
Area affected  : Face, armpits genitals and skin folds

6       Nail Psoriasis

It affects the nails or toenails and can be painful, restricting movement
Area affected: Nails

Treatments

Unfortunately, there is no permanent treatment available for psoriasis. There are some topical creams help relieve the symptoms of the condition
Researchers are working on new treatments for the management of the condition.

Are you suffering from Psoriasis? We are here to hear from you! You are not ALONE.

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