Psoriasis is another common chronic skin condition that causes skin cells to grow rapidly and build up on the skin’s surface.
Psoriasis has a thick, scaly appearance, sometimes with silvery scales and dry, itchy, red patches that may be sometimes bleed or become painful. As with eczema, psoriasis is a chronic condition for which there is no cure, and individuals experience periods of flare ups that often alternate with periods of better control.
There are several variations, such as:
Treatments for psoriasis can:
The physicians at SkinDC are well trained in the treatment of psoriasis and up to date on the newest and most effective treatment modalities.