Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes flaky patches of skin which form scales.These patches normally appear on elbow, knees, lower back and scalp.It can start at any age, but most often develops in adults and old. Children develop all the types of psoriasis that adults do.
One type of psoriasis is more common in children. Called guttate (guttate) psoriasis, it often appears when the child has an infection, especially strep throat. It’s also possible for a child to get guttate psoriasis without having an infection. If your child has an infection, successfully treating the infection may cause the psoriasis to clear within a few months and never return.
Psoriasis is a condition that’s still not completely understood. In many cases, dermatologists in India are unsure of what caused the symptoms. For others, the causes are different. Some causes of psoriasis include:
Psoriasis can be difficult to diagnose because it often looks similar to other skin diseases such as rashes, eczema, or fungal infections. Be sure to visit your best rated dermatologist to get a proper diagnosis.
There are a number of treatment options and combinations that can reduce outbreaks and keep the condition from interfering with your day-to-day life. These include:
The first treatment will be a topical treatment (Creams and oilments) like Vitamin D analogues and Topical corticosteroids
if your condition is more severe, phototherapy treatment may be used. It involves exposing your skin to certain types of ultraviolet rays.
The severity of psoriasis varies from person to person. For some it’s just minor irritation, but for others it can have a big impact on their quality of life.