Questions and Answers about Psoriasis

This booklet contains general information about psoriasis. It describes what psoriasis is, what causes it, and what the treatment options are. If you have further questions after reading this booklet, you may wish to discuss them with your doctor.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a common skin condition that occurs when the skin cells replace themselves too quickly. There are many different types of psoriasis, but the most common is chronic plaque psoriasis.

Psoriasis Facts

Psoriasis (sore-I-ah-sis) is a common immune-mediated chronic skin disease that comes in different forms and varying levels of severity. Most researchers now conclude that it is related to the immune system (psoriasis is often called an "immune-mediated" disorder).

Psoriasis Treatment

Psoriasis has no cure, but a wide range of treatments can give people control over their disease. Many different treatments can reduce or nearly eliminate the symptoms of psoriasis. No single treatment works for everyone, but something is likely to work in most cases.

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