Psoriasis
Psoriasis: The Basics
Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that often results in red, itchy, and scaly patches of skin known as plaques. While it can occur anywhere on the body, it frequently affects the elbows, knees, scalp, back, palms, and feet. Psoriasis is a chronic condition with varying severity and no known cure, but it can be managed with proper treatment and lifestyle changes.
Psoriasis News
Symptoms and Diagnosis
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Genital Psoriasis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Sex Issues
Genital psoriasis symptoms can be challenging to live with, but there are very effective treatments. Here’s what...
By Chris Iliades, MD![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/is-that-a-rash-or-something-else-alt-722x406.jpg)
Is That Rash Psoriasis, or Is It Something Else?
The chronic autoimmune disease psoriasis can cause an array of skin symptoms. Find out how to tell if your itchy...
By Chris Iliades, MD![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/cs-is-psoriasis-causing-your-fatigue-alt2-1440x810.jpg)
Is Psoriasis Causing Your Fatigue?
Psoriasis is often considered to be a skin condition, but it’s actually a systemic disease that can lead to symptoms...
By Katherine Lee![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/cs-reasons-to-call-your-dermatologist-if-you-have-psoriasis-1440x810.jpg)
10 Signs It’s Time to Call Your Dermatologist About Psoriasis
If you have psoriasis, it’s important to see your dermatologist regularly. But issues may arise in between appointments...
By Colleen de Bellefonds![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/how-psoriasis-affects-your-whole-body-1440x810.jpg)
How Psoriasis Affects Your Whole Body
Psoriasis affects more than your skin. The overactive immune system and inflammation throughout your body can ...
By Becky UphamCauses, Risk Factors, and Prevention
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How Psoriasis and Your Thyroid May Be Linked
Psoriasis and thyroid disease, both autoimmune disorders, may be connected. Learn about medications and lifestyle...
By Don Rauf![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/psoriasis-and-scarring-how-to-stop-the-pattern-1440x810.jpg)
7 Ways to Prevent Psoriasis Spotting and Scarring
Psoriasis flares can leave behind dark or light spots or patches, and scratching or picking at a plaque can create...
By Madeline R. Vann, MPH![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/cs-foods-that-might-cause-psoriasis-flare-ups-722x406.jpg)
8 Foods That Might Cause Psoriasis Flare-ups
Research has yet to confirm a link between diet and psoriasis. But some psoriasis patients find that eliminating...
By Beth W. Orenstein![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/the-psoriasis-hypertension-link-alt-1440x810.jpg)
The Surprising Link Between Psoriasis and High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure and psoriasis are connected. Learn why high blood pressure and skin symptoms go hand in hand...
By Kathleen Hall![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/cs-managing-psoriasis-in-black-skin-1440x810.jpg)
7 Things to Know About Psoriasis and Black Americans’ Skin
Psoriasis can affect dark skin differently than light skin. These tips can help you control psoriasis and feel...
By Maia Niguel Hoskin, PhDTreatments and Complications
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Is Turmeric an Effective Natural Treatment for Psoriasis?
Turmeric and its active ingredient, curcumin, are home remedies for psoriasis in the form of supplements, creams...
By Don Rauf![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/cs-tips-for-managing-foot-psoriasis-1440x810.jpg)
5 Tips for Managing Foot Psoriasis
When painful, itchy, red, dry patches of psoriasis skin affect your feet, everyday tasks like standing or walking...
By Nina Wasserman![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/cs-how-to-manage-psoriasis-flares-in-sensitive-areas-1440x810.jpg)
How to Manage Psoriasis Flares in Sensitive Areas
Psoriasis often affects the scalp, elbows, and knees, but it can also involve more sensitive areas like the face...
By Katherine Lee![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/what-to-do-if-topical-treatments-aren-t-enough-for-your-psoriasis-1440x810.jpg)
What to Do if Topical Treatments Aren’t Enough for Your Psoriasis
Topicals are often the first-line treatment for psoriasis. But as your condition progresses, you may need to consider...
By Colleen de Bellefonds![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/cs-how-to-manage-skin-cracking-and-bleeding-psoriasis-1440x810.jpg)
Psoriasis: How to Deal with Cracked, Bleeding Skin
Psoriasis causes patches of dry, itchy skin that can crack and bleed, leading to painful fissures and increasing...
By Julie StewartLiving With Psoriasis
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Guttate Psoriasis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, and Complications
Guttate psoriasis, a less common form of psoriasis, can appear as tiny red spots. Read on for essential info about...
By Beth W. Orenstein![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/easy-snacks-for-your-anti-psoriasis-diet-00-intro-1440x810.jpg)
6 Easy Snacks for Your Anti-Psoriasis Diet
These anti-inflammatory treats will satisfy cravings, boost overall health, and possibly reduce psoriasis symptoms...
By Marie Suszynski![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/do-it-yourself-home-remedies-update-722x406.jpg)
10 Do-It-Yourself Home Remedies for Psoriasis
Some people prefer home remedies to relieve the pain and itch of psoriasis. Here’s information on the most popular...
By Beth W. Orenstein![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/ways-to-relieve-your-psoriasis-itch-01-1440x810.jpg)
8 Ways to Relieve Your Psoriasis Itch
Does that psoriasis itch? When you have psoriasis, the itch of the lesions can be unbearable. Learn about eight...
By Beth W. Orenstein![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/skin-beauty/psoriasis/how-yoga-can-help-psoriasis-and-how-to-get-started-alt-1440x810.jpg)
How Yoga Can Help Psoriasis — and How to Get Started
Stress can make psoriasis symptoms worse by increasing inflammation. Yoga can help by calming the mind, reducing...
By Don Rauf