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Photograph of back and arms affected by psoriasis Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disease which affects the skin and joints. When it affects the skin it commonly appears as red scaly elevated patches called plaques. Psoriasis plaques are areas of inflammation which experience excessive reproduction of skin cells. Plaques frequently occur on the elbows and knees, but can affect any area of skin including the scalp and genital area. Psoriasis can vary in severity, from minor localised p ...
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Causes
... No thicker than a sheet of paper, the outermost layer of your skin — the epidermis — serves as a strong barrier between you and the environment. In addition to offering protection from tra...
Source: MayoClinic
Risk factors ... Perhaps the most significant risk factor for psoriasis is having a family history of the disease. About one in three people with psoriasis have a close relative who also has the condition. On the othe...
Source: MayoClinic
When to seek medical advice ... For most people, psoriasis is a mild nuisance, but for others it can be disabling. If your skin condition is painful or makes performing routine tasks difficult, or if you''re concerned about the appe...
Source: MayoClinic
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Resources
- American Academy of Dermatology
- Camouflage & Cover-ups (National Psoriasis Foundation)
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