Skin Condition

Plaque Psoriasis

The most common form of psoriasis, causing thick, scaly, red patches typically on the elbows, knees, and lower back.

Noticed thick, red, scaly patches?

This is the classic presentation of plaque psoriasis -- an evaluation confirms the diagnosis and assesses extent.

Already diagnosed and managing ongoing flares?

We'll assess your current extent and severity and build or adjust a long-term management plan.

What Is It?

Plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition that causes skin cells to build up rapidly, forming thick, red, scaly patches most often seen on the elbows, knees, and lower back. It is not contagious, a persistent and unfortunate misconception that can affect how patients are treated socially.

As a chronic, relapsing-remitting condition, plaque psoriasis is managed with a long-term, sustained treatment plan rather than positioned around a single permanent cure, with topical therapy, phototherapy, or systemic treatment considered based on extent and severity.

Risk Factors

Family history of psoriasis
Stress, infection, certain medications as trigger factors
Smoking and obesity as contributing factors

Symptoms

Well-defined red patches with silvery-white scale
Commonly on elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back
Itching or discomfort at affected sites

Treatment

Topical Therapy: Effective as the primary treatment for limited, mild-to-moderate disease.
Phototherapy: A well-established option for more extensive psoriasis.

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