Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes thick, scaly patches on the skin.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes thick, scaly patches on the skin.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes thick, scaly patches on the skin.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes thick, scaly patches on the skin.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes thick, scaly patches on the skin.

All you need to know

What is Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes flaky, scaly patches to develop on the skin, most commonly on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, these patches tend to appear red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they can look purple with grey scales. Psoriasis can be itchy and uncomfortable, with symptoms varying in intensity over time.

While psoriasis can develop at any age, it most commonly appears in adults between 20–30 years and 50–60 years.

What Causes Psoriasis?

Normally, skin cells are created and shed over a 3–4 week cycle. In people with psoriasis, this process happens every 3–7 days, leading to a rapid build-up of skin cells. This excessive production results in the dry, scaly patches characteristic of psoriasis.

Although research is ongoing, psoriasis is thought to be genetic and linked to immune system dysfunction. In those affected, the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, triggering excessive skin production.

All you need to know

What is Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes flaky, scaly patches to develop on the skin, most commonly on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, these patches tend to appear red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they can look purple with grey scales. Psoriasis can be itchy and uncomfortable, with symptoms varying in intensity over time.

While psoriasis can develop at any age, it most commonly appears in adults between 20–30 years and 50–60 years.

What Causes Psoriasis?

Normally, skin cells are created and shed over a 3–4 week cycle. In people with psoriasis, this process happens every 3–7 days, leading to a rapid build-up of skin cells. This excessive production results in the dry, scaly patches characteristic of psoriasis.

Although research is ongoing, psoriasis is thought to be genetic and linked to immune system dysfunction. In those affected, the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, triggering excessive skin production.

All you need to know

What is Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes flaky, scaly patches to develop on the skin, most commonly on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, these patches tend to appear red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they can look purple with grey scales. Psoriasis can be itchy and uncomfortable, with symptoms varying in intensity over time.

While psoriasis can develop at any age, it most commonly appears in adults between 20–30 years and 50–60 years.

What Causes Psoriasis?

Normally, skin cells are created and shed over a 3–4 week cycle. In people with psoriasis, this process happens every 3–7 days, leading to a rapid build-up of skin cells. This excessive production results in the dry, scaly patches characteristic of psoriasis.

Although research is ongoing, psoriasis is thought to be genetic and linked to immune system dysfunction. In those affected, the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, triggering excessive skin production.

All you need to know

What is Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes flaky, scaly patches to develop on the skin, most commonly on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, these patches tend to appear red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they can look purple with grey scales. Psoriasis can be itchy and uncomfortable, with symptoms varying in intensity over time.

While psoriasis can develop at any age, it most commonly appears in adults between 20–30 years and 50–60 years.

What Causes Psoriasis?

Normally, skin cells are created and shed over a 3–4 week cycle. In people with psoriasis, this process happens every 3–7 days, leading to a rapid build-up of skin cells. This excessive production results in the dry, scaly patches characteristic of psoriasis.

Although research is ongoing, psoriasis is thought to be genetic and linked to immune system dysfunction. In those affected, the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, triggering excessive skin production.

All you need to know

What is Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes flaky, scaly patches to develop on the skin, most commonly on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, these patches tend to appear red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they can look purple with grey scales. Psoriasis can be itchy and uncomfortable, with symptoms varying in intensity over time.

While psoriasis can develop at any age, it most commonly appears in adults between 20–30 years and 50–60 years.

What Causes Psoriasis?

Normally, skin cells are created and shed over a 3–4 week cycle. In people with psoriasis, this process happens every 3–7 days, leading to a rapid build-up of skin cells. This excessive production results in the dry, scaly patches characteristic of psoriasis.

Although research is ongoing, psoriasis is thought to be genetic and linked to immune system dysfunction. In those affected, the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, triggering excessive skin production.

Your Questions Answered

What does psoriasis look like?

Psoriasis appears as flaky, scaly patches on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, patches are red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they may appear purple with grey scales.

Can psoriasis be permanently cured?

Psoriasis is a lifelong condition, and symptoms can vary in severity over time. While there is no permanent cure, LED light therapy is a clinically proven treatment that can help manage symptoms by reducing inflammation and slowing down skin cell production.

Where can you develop psoriasis?

Psoriasis most commonly appears on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back, though it can occur in other areas.

How long does psoriasis last?

Psoriasis is usually a lifelong condition, though it can disappear and return throughout life in cycles.

What causes psoriasis to flare up?

Certain factors can trigger psoriasis flare-ups, including skin injuries, alcohol consumption, smoking, stress, hormonal changes, and certain medications.

How do I know if I have psoriasis?

If you notice dry, scaly patches on your elbows, knees, scalp, or lower back that feel itchy or uncomfortable, you may have psoriasis. We recommend booking a Health & Wellness consultation with one of our expert practitioners for a professional assessment and next steps.

What does psoriasis look like?

Psoriasis appears as flaky, scaly patches on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, patches are red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they may appear purple with grey scales.

Can psoriasis be permanently cured?

Psoriasis is a lifelong condition, and symptoms can vary in severity over time. While there is no permanent cure, LED light therapy is a clinically proven treatment that can help manage symptoms by reducing inflammation and slowing down skin cell production.

Where can you develop psoriasis?

Psoriasis most commonly appears on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back, though it can occur in other areas.

How long does psoriasis last?

Psoriasis is usually a lifelong condition, though it can disappear and return throughout life in cycles.

What causes psoriasis to flare up?

Certain factors can trigger psoriasis flare-ups, including skin injuries, alcohol consumption, smoking, stress, hormonal changes, and certain medications.

How do I know if I have psoriasis?

If you notice dry, scaly patches on your elbows, knees, scalp, or lower back that feel itchy or uncomfortable, you may have psoriasis. We recommend booking a Health & Wellness consultation with one of our expert practitioners for a professional assessment and next steps.

What does psoriasis look like?

Psoriasis appears as flaky, scaly patches on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, patches are red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they may appear purple with grey scales.

Can psoriasis be permanently cured?

Psoriasis is a lifelong condition, and symptoms can vary in severity over time. While there is no permanent cure, LED light therapy is a clinically proven treatment that can help manage symptoms by reducing inflammation and slowing down skin cell production.

Where can you develop psoriasis?

Psoriasis most commonly appears on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back, though it can occur in other areas.

How long does psoriasis last?

Psoriasis is usually a lifelong condition, though it can disappear and return throughout life in cycles.

What causes psoriasis to flare up?

Certain factors can trigger psoriasis flare-ups, including skin injuries, alcohol consumption, smoking, stress, hormonal changes, and certain medications.

How do I know if I have psoriasis?

If you notice dry, scaly patches on your elbows, knees, scalp, or lower back that feel itchy or uncomfortable, you may have psoriasis. We recommend booking a Health & Wellness consultation with one of our expert practitioners for a professional assessment and next steps.

What does psoriasis look like?

Psoriasis appears as flaky, scaly patches on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, patches are red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they may appear purple with grey scales.

Can psoriasis be permanently cured?

Psoriasis is a lifelong condition, and symptoms can vary in severity over time. While there is no permanent cure, LED light therapy is a clinically proven treatment that can help manage symptoms by reducing inflammation and slowing down skin cell production.

Where can you develop psoriasis?

Psoriasis most commonly appears on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back, though it can occur in other areas.

How long does psoriasis last?

Psoriasis is usually a lifelong condition, though it can disappear and return throughout life in cycles.

What causes psoriasis to flare up?

Certain factors can trigger psoriasis flare-ups, including skin injuries, alcohol consumption, smoking, stress, hormonal changes, and certain medications.

How do I know if I have psoriasis?

If you notice dry, scaly patches on your elbows, knees, scalp, or lower back that feel itchy or uncomfortable, you may have psoriasis. We recommend booking a Health & Wellness consultation with one of our expert practitioners for a professional assessment and next steps.

What does psoriasis look like?

Psoriasis appears as flaky, scaly patches on the elbows, knees, scalp, and back. On white skin, patches are red with white scales, while on brown and black skin, they may appear purple with grey scales.

Can psoriasis be permanently cured?

Psoriasis is a lifelong condition, and symptoms can vary in severity over time. While there is no permanent cure, LED light therapy is a clinically proven treatment that can help manage symptoms by reducing inflammation and slowing down skin cell production.

Where can you develop psoriasis?

Psoriasis most commonly appears on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back, though it can occur in other areas.

How long does psoriasis last?

Psoriasis is usually a lifelong condition, though it can disappear and return throughout life in cycles.

What causes psoriasis to flare up?

Certain factors can trigger psoriasis flare-ups, including skin injuries, alcohol consumption, smoking, stress, hormonal changes, and certain medications.

How do I know if I have psoriasis?

If you notice dry, scaly patches on your elbows, knees, scalp, or lower back that feel itchy or uncomfortable, you may have psoriasis. We recommend booking a Health & Wellness consultation with one of our expert practitioners for a professional assessment and next steps.

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