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Psoriasis Diagnoses – How To Identify Which Type It Is

Sunday, August 17th, 2008

Psoriasis diagnosis and it’s symptoms has always been a tricky subject. For centuries this disease has been wrongly diagnosed as leprosy. Causing no end of heart break in families and communities. Scientific breakthroughs in treatments have only been made in the last couple of decades as we are only now beginning to understand this disease more. Passed on genetically and triggered by environmental, and health conditions it can be a passive or chronic disease to handle. (more…)

Types of Psoriasis

Sunday, August 17th, 2008

Plaque psoriasis
About 80% of those who have psoriasis have this form. It is characterized by raised, inflamed, red lesions covered by a silvery white scale. It is typically found on the elbows, knees, scalp and lower back, although it can occur on any area of the skin. (more…)

What is Scalp Psoriasis?

Monday, August 11th, 2008

Scalp psoriasis is not normally a life threatening disease but it does affect millions of people world wide every year. It is a disorder of the skin that has varying degrees of severity. The more severe cases can cause psychological self-image problems because the flaking skin and raised red patches that accompany this disorder can be visually repulsive to other people. There are a number of over the counter medications that are available to treat scalp psoriasis and bring relief to those who suffer from it. (more…)