Psoriasis is one of the more misunderstood skin disorders today. It’s a condition where your skin cells life cycle changes so that they regenerate much more rapidly. In fact, skin cells multiply 10 times faster with psoriasis. As a result, the cells build up on the surface of your skin.
The Symptoms of Psoriasis
- Red, raised, inflamed skin
- Silvery, scaly patches
- Small, red spots
- Dry skin that cracks and bleeds
- Burning, itching, and sore skin
- Pain in your joints or joint stiffness
- Dents in your nails
- Fingernails or toenails separating from the nail bed
- Thick patches of skin
- Inflamed tendons
Causes of Psoriasis
- Genetics:About eight percent of people with psoriasis report having a family member with the condition.
- Environmental triggers:These include stress, skin trauma, infections and medications. Talk to your dermatologist about what triggers your symptoms.
- Immune system dysfunction: You’re susceptible to many conditions and illnesses, including psoriasis when your immune system isn’t functioning properly
