Psoriasis is a common skin condition and one of the most common autoimmune diseases in the country. People with psoriasis make up about 2.2 percent of the entire U.S. population according to studies from the National Psoriasis Foundation. Estimates suggest that the total direct and indirect health care costs for psoriasis equal about $11.25 billion each year. Despite the skin condition’s prevalence, the specific cause still requires further study. But what is psoriasis, and will we ever know what causes it? Let’s take a closer look at psoriasis, its potential causes, and possible triggers. Understanding Psoriasis Although psoriasis is understood...

Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated disease and one of the most common skin conditions in the country. According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, over 8 million Americans have psoriasis. About 125 million people are affected by psoriasis worldwide. If you’re not sure what to look for, you may not know that you even have psoriasis. Many of its symptoms might resemble a simple rash, skin irritation, or other common skin conditions, like seborrheic dermatitis, ringworm, eczema, and pityriasis rosea. Once you’ve identified the type of psoriasis you have, you can move forward with a treatment plan. Let’s take a closer...

Psoriasis is an inflammatory immune-mediated disease characterized by the speeding up of the lifecycle of your skin cells. This causes a rapid buildup of cells on your skin’s surface, resulting in scaly patches that may be itchy, red, and painful.  Living with and managing your psoriasis comes down to knowing what type you have, avoiding your flare-up triggers, and finding the right psoriasis treatment. Read on to learn more about psoriasis and how it can be diagnosed and treated. Different Types of Psoriasis You may be wondering, “What does psoriasis look like?” Psoriasis appears in five main forms that are...