Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes red, flaky, crusty patches of skin covered with silvery scales. These patches normally appear on your elbows, knees, scalp and lower back, but can appear anywhere on your body.Questions | Answers |
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What is Psoriasis | Psoriasis is a chronic, autoimmune disease that affects the skin. It is known medical condition where faulty immune signal that speed up the growth cycle of skin cells. Psoriasis is not contagious |
Does all Psoriasis look alike? | No. There are five types of psoriasis.![]() |
What causes Psoriasis? | The exact cause still remains unclear. However, it is understood that both immune system and genetic factors are associated with the development of the disease. Most researchers agree that the immune system is somehow mistakenly triggered, which speeds up the growth cycle of skin cells among other immune reactions. Here are some triggers: Stress, Injury to skin, Medication, Weather, Allergies & Infections |
Can Psoriasis occur at any age? | Yes. It can develop at any age. Psoriasis commonly appears between the ages of 15 and 35. However, in come case, approximately 10 percent to 15 percent of those with psoriasis get it before age 10. Some infants have psoriasis, although this is considered rare. |
Is there a cure for Psoriasis? | No, but there are many treatments, both topical and systematic that can clear psoriasis for periods of time. Result may vary in individuals. |
What treatment is suitable for me? | ![]() Choice of treatments is usually being prescribed according to the severity of the disease condition; mild, moderate or severe. Generally, topical treatments are given to those who have mild psoriasis. A combination of treatment strategies are usually involved in treating those moderate to severe psoriasis. Treatment options are phototherapy which involves regularly exposing the skin to light, systemic medication consisting of traditional medication and biologics. For more information on HUMIRA, please login to www.humira.com |
What are the symptoms of psoriasis arthritis? |
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How is psoriasis arthritis disgnosed? | There is no specific test for psoriasis arthritis. The diagnosis is based mostly on symptoms, examination, X-rays and the elimination of other types of arthritis. If you have psoriasis and experience persistent joint pain, you may have psoriatic arthritis and you should see a rheumatologist. These doctors specialize in arthritis and can provide further evaluation and/or a diagnosis. |
What treatments are available for psoriasis arthritis? | Choice of treatments options are:
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Is all psoriasis arthritis the same? | No. There are considered to be five different forms of psoriatic arthritis:![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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