Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that affects millions of people in the United States. It is characterized by scaly, itchy, and sometimes painful patches of skin that are usually found on the knees, elbows, and scalp. Living with psoriasis can be stressful, as you may always be trying to manage a flare-up or waiting […]
Psoriasis, a chronic skin condition affecting about 8 million people in the U.S., is characterized by scaly patches of skin (plaques) that can itch or burn. These plaques are usually found on the scalp, elbows, and knees. Plaques appear during flare-ups (which can last for several weeks or even months) and clear during periods of […]
Tips for helping your child deal with psoriasis Most toddlers and kids deal with skin irritations such as diaper rash and eczema, however children can also have various forms of psoriasis. Psoriasis can be a difficult skin condition to manage for children as well as adults. Although it is not infectious or contagious, it can […]
According to dermatologists Dr. Joshua Fox and Dr. Robert Levine, psoriasis and eczema are painful. They make everyday actions uncomfortable and they carry a stigma that can lead to a loss of self-esteem, depression, and other health complications. A shocking number of Americans have psoriasis and eczema—39 million adults and children—which is more than four […]
Advanced Dermatology medical experts on the newest approach to treating vitiligo and psoriasis Before his tragic death, some people thought Michael Jackson tried to lighten his skin. In reality, the star battled with vitiligo, an autoimmune condition in which the skin loses melanin, the pigment that determines the color of skin, hair and eyes. If […]
Psoriasis is a condition in which red, itchy, scaly patches appear form on the skin as a result of abnormal skin cell growth. This condition is hereditary and equally affects males and females. While psoriasis by itself causes major discomfort, a recent study suggests that individuals with psoriasis are much more likely to also have […]
Psoriasis is a common skin condition in which silvery scales form on the skin due to abnormally rapid skin cell growth. This may cause itching, irritation, redness, and flaking of the skin. Despite the uncomfortable symptoms, according to a recent study, nearly 30 percent of psoriasis sufferers stop medical treatment. Why did so many of […]
Winter is a rough time for skin. Between the extreme cold outdoors and the heat indoors, your skin may become dry, cracked and/or itchy. For people with psoriasis, a condition in which red, itchy scaly patches appear on the skin, winter is an especially difficult time. Here are some tips to ease skin irritation during […]
Psoriasis is a common condition affecting millions of Americans with its flaky, itchy skin patches. While psoriasis itself is not a dangerous condition, it has recently been linked in multiple studies to an increased risk of stroke, metabolic syndrome and heart problems. Based on a new study, an additional condition may be associated with psoriasis: […]
Psoriasis occurs when skin cells grow abnormally fast, causing the formation of itchy red patches covered with silver/white skin cells. The inflammatory nature of psoriasis places individuals at a heightened risk of heart attack and other serious conditions. Recent research was suggestive that certain psoriasis treatments may lower one’s risk of heart attack. Is there […]
