Psoriasis: Types, Misconceptions, Treatment Guide | Vispera Health

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes the rapid buildup of skin cells notably produces plaques of thickened, scaly skin. The dry flakes of silvery-white scales cause the rapid proliferation of skin cells.

Typical psoriatic scales are whitish-silver and develop in thick, red patches and commonly affects the skin of the elbows, knees, and scalp. Sometimes, these patches will crack and bleed.

Types:

Plaque psoriasis

Guttate psoriasis

Pustular psoriasis

Inverse psoriasis

Erythrodermic psoriasis



Misconceptions of psoriasis:

Psoriasis does not affect joints?

No! Psoriasis is associated with inflamed joints in about one-third of those affected. In fact, sometimes joint pains may be the only sign of the disorder, with completely clear skin.

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Can psoriasis affect only my nails?

Yes, psoriasis may involve solely the nails in a limited number of patients. Usually, the nail signs accompany the skin and arthritis symptoms and signs and this sort of psoriasis is typically very difficult to treat.

Is psoriasis contagious?

No. A person cannot catch it from someone else, and one cannot pass it to anyone else by skin-to-skin contact. Even, it can't be transmitted sexually or by physical contact and usually caused by lifestyle, diet, or bad hygiene.

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