Psoriasis Health Center

Medical Reference Related to Psoriasis

11. Choosing a Treatment for Psoriasis
    

    Just as there isn't a cure for psoriasis, there isn't a perfect treatment either. Learn about psoriasis treatment options here.

12. Psoriasis
    

    Psoriasis is a chronic,inflammatory skin disease characterized by dry,reddish (erythematous),thickened patches of skin that are covered with silvery-gray scales. These patches may be referred to as papules or plaques and most often affect the scalp,elbows,knees,hands,feet and/or lower back. The plaques may be intensely itchy (pruritis) or sore. In some cases,individuals with psoriasis ...

13. Pustular Psoriasis
    

    Information on pustular psoriasis, an uncommon form of psoriasis characterized by clearly defined, raised bumps on the skin.

14. Guttate Psoriasis
    

    Learn more about guttate psoriasis and its link to illnesses like strep throat. Read about the symptoms and treatments as well.

15. Psoriasis Causes
    

    Read more about the common causes of psoriasis, a skin condition.

16. Solutions for Mild Psoriasis
    

    Find out the top treatments used to clear up mild to moderate psoriasis.

17. Treating Moderate to Severe Psoriasis
    

    Find out the top treatments used to clear up moderate to severe psoriasis.

18. The 7 Types of Psoriasis
    

    This brief overview explains the main types of psoriasis that affect your skin, nails, and joints.

19. The Emotional Toll of Psoriasis
    

    Read about the emotional toll psoriasis can take on sufferers' everyday lives.

20. Psoriasis Treatment: What’s in the Future?
    

    Biologic therapies are highly effective for psoriasis, although they’re expensive. Other new psoriasis treatments are also close to FDA approval, bringing hope to millions of psoriasis sufferers.