Psoriasis

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes skin cells to multiply up to 10 times faster than normal. Psoriasis symptoms differ from person to person, depending on what type of psoriasis you have. It is a chronic, noncontagious, multisystem, inflammatory disorder which mostly affects the elbows, knees, scalp and nails, or in more severe cases can be widespread on the entire body. Psoriasis usually presents with symmetrically distributed, red, scaly plaques with well-defined edges.

According to the research, two key factors causing Psoriasis are Genetics and Immune system. Infections or certain drugs such as beta-blockers or anti-malarials can aggravate psoriasis. Although psoriasis is a genetic condition that we can't cure permanently, there are various topical and systemic treatments available to help you ease and control it. Regular application of emollients is also important in psoriasis patients. Suitable products such as moisturizing creams, sprays and shower gels will be discussed and prescribed (if necessary) by your Dermatologist.