Psorasis

Psoriasis is a chronic condition that causes the rapid build-up of skin cells. This build-up of cells causes
scaling on the skin’s surface.

Inflammation and redness around the scales is fairly common. Typical psoriatic scales are whitish-silver
and develop in thick, red patches. Sometimes, these patches will crack and bleed.
Scales typically develop on joints, such as elbows and knees. They may develop anywhere on the body, including
the:

• hands
• feet
• neck
• scalp
• face

Treatment includes oral and topical medications and sometimes may need light or phototherapy. Relapses
and recurrences are known.