Title:
Understanding Psoriasis: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment Options.

Ms.
Rashmi Pandey

Assistant
Professor

Faculty
of Pharmacy, Kalinga University

Raipur

Introduction

Psoriasis is an persistent autoimmune,
causing red, scaly patches to appear. Its a common condition, affecting people
worldwide, and while it is not contagious, it can have a medically important  impact on a person’s physical and emotional
well-being. In this article, we’ll delve into the symptoms, causes, and possible
chances to cure  psoriasis.

Clinical features of psoriasis

It typically presents as uprised, red circle
pouch like area of skin covered with a silvery-white buildup of dead skin
cells, known as scales. These patches, often referred to as plaques, can be irritating
and painful and may crack and bleed. Psoriasis can happen at every possible
surface area  on the body, but it most
commonly affects the private and cuticle areas.

There are several types of psoriasis,
including:

1. Plaque psoriasis: This is the majorly
form, characterized by uprised, patches covered with scales.

2. Guttate psoriasis: This type appears
as point lesions and often starts in childhood or young adulthood.

3. Inverse psoriasis: This form affects
skin folds areas causing smooth patches of inflamed skin.

4. Pustular psoriasis: This type causes
pus-filled blisters to form on the skin, accompanied by redness and irritation.

5. Erythrodermic psoriasis: This isa
very serious  form  that can cover the major exposed areas of
body with a red, peeling rash.

 
   Possible outcomes of Psoriasis