Causes and treatment of psoriasis.
Many people with psoriasis can't hide their rash and have to put up with people who stare at them or ask them questions. If you have psoriasis, how do you handle this? Share your answers.
See pictures of various types of psoriasis.
Psoriasis is a complicated disease that is not fully understood. There are several different types of psoriasis and some don't even affect the skin. Find out more about the types of psoriasis.
Chronic plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis. It has a characteristic appearance on the elbows, knees, scalp and buttocks. Find out more about the appearance and diagnosis of this type of psoriasis
Inverse psoriasis is an unusual type of psoriasis that occurs in skin folds. Learn more about what this rash looks like and what it can be confused with.
Learn more about the environmental factors that trigger psoriasis.
Generalized pustular psoriasis is an uncommon form of psoriasis that can be fatal. Find out more about these rare type of psoriasis.
Guttate psoriasis is a striking rash that occurs mainly on the trunk after a viral or streptococcal infection. Learn more about this rash and what it looks like.
Psoriasis often affects the nails causing characteristic nail changes. Learn more about the nail changes seen with psoriasis.
The scalp is a common site for people to have psoriasis. Learn more about what scalp psoriasis looks like and other rashes it can be confused with.
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disorder that affects 1% to 3 % of the world's population. Find out more about what causes psoriasis.
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that affects not only a person's skin, but also their emotional, financial, and social well-being. Find out more about the affectt of psoriasis on a person's quality of life.
Amevive is a newly FDA-Approved treatment for chronic plaque psoriasis.
This site has good information about psoriasis basics and treatments.
This is a short handout from Your Family Doctor - just the facts.
The start of a detailed description of psoriasis including the causes of psoriasis and treatment options for psoriasis.
Good information on psoriasis from your About Guide to Senior Health.
