WHAT IS PSORIASIS
Psoriasis is a recurrent chronic inflammatory lesion of unknown origin characterized by red scaly patches called as psoriatic plaques.Any part of the skin may be affected; the most common sites are the scalp, elbows, knees and sacrum. Plaques may range from few millimeters to a large part of trunk or limb.
CAUSES
- Genetic factor,Environmental factor like
- Stress
- Infection
- Infection
- Pregnancy
- Trauma
- Drugs
- Alcohol
- Tobacco smoking, sunlight
Psoriasis Signs & symptoms:
- Red patches on skin covered with silvery scales
- Small scaling spots (commonly seen in children)
- Dry, cracked skin that may bleed
- Itching, burning or soreness
- Thickened, pitted or ridged nails
- Swollen and stiff joints