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An autoimmune condition characterized by red, well-delineated plaques with silvery scales that are usually on the extensor surfaces and scalp. They can occasionally present with these manifestations: pustules; erythema and scaling in intertriginous areas, and erythroderma, that are often distributed on extensor surfaces and scalp.

Symptoms of Plaque Psoriasis

The following features are indicative of Plaque Psoriasis:
  • red patches on skin
  • small scaling spots
  • dry skin
  • cracked skin
  • itching
  • burning
  • soreness
  • thickened nails
  • pitted or ridged nails
  • swollen joints
  • stiff joints
  • genital sores in males
  • severe dandruff

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Common Causes of Plaque Psoriasis

The following are the most common causes of Plaque Psoriasis:
  • family history
  • alcohol use
  • sun burn
  • vitamin D deficiency
  • stress
  • skin injury
  • dry skin

Other Causes of Plaque Psoriasis

The following are the less common causes of Plaque Psoriasis:
  • AIDS
  • autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis
  • chemotherapy
  • smoking

Risk Factors for Plaque Psoriasis

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Plaque Psoriasis:
  • family history
  • viral and bacterial infections
  • stress
  • obesity
  • smoking

Prevention of Plaque Psoriasis

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Plaque Psoriasis. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • keep skin clean and moist
  • avoid scrubbing too hard
  • daily baths

Occurrence of Plaque Psoriasis

Number of Cases

The following are the number of Plaque Psoriasis cases seen each year worldwide:
  • Very common > 10 Million cases

Common Age Group

Plaque Psoriasis can occur at any age.

Common Gender

Plaque Psoriasis can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Plaque Psoriasis

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Plaque Psoriasis:
  • Skin biopsy: To determine the exact type of psoriasis and to rule out other disorders
  • Physical exam: To examine skin, scalp and nails

Doctor for Diagnosis of Plaque Psoriasis

Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Plaque Psoriasis:
  • Dermatologist

Complications of Plaque Psoriasis if untreated

Yes, Plaque Psoriasis causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Plaque Psoriasis is left untreated:
  • psoriatic arthritis
  • conjunctivitis
  • blepharitis
  • uveitis
  • obesity
  • type 2 diabetes
  • hypertension
  • cardiovascular diseases
  • metabolic syndrome
  • celiac disease
  • sclerosis
  • Crohn's disease
  • parkinson's disease
  • kidney disease
  • emotional problems

Procedures for Treatment of Plaque Psoriasis

The following procedures are used to treat Plaque Psoriasis:
  • UVB phototherapy: To improve mild to moderate psoriasis symptoms
  • Narrow band UVB phototherapy: To improve mild to moderate psoriasis symptoms
  • Goeckerman therapy: To improve mild to moderate psoriasis symptoms
  • Psoralen plus ultraviolet A (PUVA) therapy: To treat more-severe cases of psoriasis
  • Excimer laser therapy: To improve mild to moderate psoriasis symptoms

Self-care for Plaque Psoriasis

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Plaque Psoriasis:
  • Take daily baths: Helps remove scales and calm inflamed skin
  • Use moisturizer: Helps preventing water from evaporating from skin
  • Expose skin to small amounts of sunlight: Helps improving psoriasis
  • Avoid drinking alcohol: Helps increasing the effectiveness of some psoriasis treatments

Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Plaque Psoriasis

The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Plaque Psoriasis:
  • Apply Aloe extract cream: Helps reducing redness, scaling, itching and inflammation
  • Intake of Fish oil supplements: Helps reducing inflammation associated with psoriasis
  • Topical application of Oregon grape: Helps reducing inflammation and ease psoriasis symptoms

Patient Support for Treatment of Plaque Psoriasis

The following actions may help Plaque Psoriasis patients:
  • Education: Helps recognizing, acknowledging and supporting efforts in dealing with the disease
  • Support groups: Provides sharing experience and struggles and meeting people who face similar challenges

Time for Treatment of Plaque Psoriasis

While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Plaque Psoriasis to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
  • In 1 - 3 months

Related Topics

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Plaque Psoriasis.

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Psoriasis
Plaque Psoriasis

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