{"id":1527,"date":"2020-05-10T12:44:56","date_gmt":"2020-05-10T12:44:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blog.kayawell.com\/?p=1527"},"modified":"2020-05-12T06:34:30","modified_gmt":"2020-05-12T06:34:30","slug":"psoriasis-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-precautions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/psoriasis-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-precautions","title":{"rendered":"Psoriasis- Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors and Precautions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Psoriasis is\na skin disease which causes red, itchy scaly spots, most often on the knees,\nelbows, scalp and trunk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Psoriasis is\na severe, chronic disease which has no cure. It appears to go through periods,\nflaring for a couple of weeks or months, then subsidizing or going into\nremission for a period. There are treatments available to help you control the\nsymptoms. And you can incorporate lifestyle habits and coping strategies to\nhelp you live better with psoriasis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\r\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\r\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\r\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\r\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/psoriasis-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-precautions\/#Symptoms_of_Psoriasis\" title=\"Symptoms of Psoriasis\">Symptoms of Psoriasis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/psoriasis-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-precautions\/#Complications\" title=\"Complications\">Complications<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_Psoriasis\"><\/span>Symptoms of Psoriasis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Signs and symptoms of psoriasis<\/strong> may vary\nfrom one person to another person. Common signs and symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Red skin patches covered with dense, silvery\nscales<\/li><li>Small scaling spots (commonly seen in\nchildren)<\/li><li>Dry, crack skin which can be bleed or itch <\/li><li>Itching, burning or soreness<\/li><li>Thickened, pitted or ridged nails<\/li><li>Swollen and stiff joints<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Psoriasis\npatches can vary from a few dandruff-like scaling spots to massive eruptions\ncovering large areas. The most commonly affected areas are the lower back,\nelbows, knees, and legs, soles of the feet, scalp, face and palms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most\npsoriasis forms go through periods, flaring for a couple of weeks or months,\nthen subsidizing for a while or even going into remission. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are\nseveral types of psoriasis, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plaque Psoriasis:<\/strong> Plaque\npsoriasis, the most common type, causes swollen, raised red skin patches\n(lesions) covered with silvery scales. The plaques might be itchy or tender,\nand there may be few or many. They usually appear on elbows, knees, lower back\nand scalp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nail Psoriasis<\/strong>. Psoriasis\ncan affect fingernails and toenails, causing pitting, irregular growth and\ndiscolouration of the nails. Psoriatic nails (onycholysis) can loosen and\ndetach from the nail pad. In extreme cases, the nail can crumble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Guttate Psoriasis<\/strong>. This type\nprimarily affects young adults and children. It&#8217;s usually triggered by a\nbacterial infection such as strep throat. It&#8217;s marked by small, drop-shaped,\nscaling lesions on the trunk, arms or legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inverse Psoriasis:<\/strong> This mainly\naffects the skin folds of the groin, buttocks and breasts. Inverse psoriasis\nleads to smooth red skin patches which worsen with friction and sweating. This\npsoriasis can be caused by fungal infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pustular Psoriasis:<\/strong> This rare\nform of psoriasis causes clearly defined pus-filled lesions that occur in\nwidespread patches (generalized pustular psoriasis) or smaller areas on the\npalms of the hands or the soles of the feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Erythrodermic Psoriasis:<\/strong>\nErythrodermic psoriasis, the least common form of psoriasis, will cover the\nentire body with a red, peeling rash that can itch or rapidly burn<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Psoriatic Arthritis:<\/strong> Often, the\nfirst or only symptom or sign of psoriasis is the symptoms of the joint. And at\ntimes only nail changes are seen. Symptoms vary from mild to extreme, and any\njoint can be affected by psoriatic Arthritis. It can cause stiffness and\nprogressive joint damage which can lead to permanent joint damage in the most\nsevere cases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When to see a doctor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you think\nyou might suffer from psoriasis, see your doctor. If you have psoriasis, speak\nto your doctor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Becomes severe or widespread<\/li><li>Causes you discomfort and pain<\/li><li>Creates concern for the appearance of the\nskin<\/li><li>Contributes to joint issues, such as\ndiscomfort, swelling or inability to perform everyday tasks <\/li><li>Doesn&#8217;t improve with treatment<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Causes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Psoriasis is\nthought to be an immune system problem that causes the skin to regenerate at\nfaster than normal rates. In the most common type of psoriasis, known as plaque\npsoriasis, this quick cell turnover contributes to red patches and scales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just what causes\nthe immune system to malfunction isn&#8217;t entirely clear. Researchers believe both\ngenetics and environmental factors play a role. The condition is not\ncontagious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Psoriasis Triggers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People those\nare predisposed to psoriasis can have no symptoms for years until the disease\nis triggered by some environmental factor. Common psoriasis triggers include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Infections, like strep throat or skin\ninfections<\/li><li>Weather, especially cold, dry conditions<\/li><li>Damage to the skin, such as cutting or\nscratching, bug bite or extreme sunburn<\/li><li>Tension<\/li><li>Smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke<\/li><li>Much alcohol consumption<\/li><li>Some medicines \u00e2\u20ac\u201d like lithium, high blood\npressure medicines and antimalarial medicines.<\/li><li>Rapid withdrawal of oral or systemic\ncorticosteroids<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Risk Factors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone can\ndevelop psoriasis. About a third of instances begin in the pediatric years.\nThese factors can increase your risk:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Family History:<\/strong> The\ncondition runs in families. Having one psoriasis parent raises the risk of\ndeveloping the disorder, and having two psoriasis parents increases your risk\neven more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stress:<\/strong> Since stress may affect your\nimmune system, your risk of psoriasis can increase with high-stress levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Smoking:<\/strong> Tobacco smoking not only raises\nthe risk of psoriasis but can also increase the severity of the disease.\nSmoking can also play a part in the disease&#8217;s initial development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complications\"><\/span>Complications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have\npsoriasis, you&#8217;re at greater risk of developing other conditions, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Psoriatic\narthritis causing discomfort, rigidity and swelling in and around the joints;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Eye conditions, such as conjunctivitis,\nblepharitis and uveitis<\/li><li>Obesity<\/li><li>Type 2 diabetes<\/li><li>High blood pressure<\/li><li>Cardiovascular disease<\/li><li>Other autoimmune diseases, such as celiac\ndisease, sclerosis and the inflammatory bowel disease called Crohn&#8217;s disease<\/li><li>Mental health conditions, such as low\nself-esteem and depression<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview Psoriasis is a skin disease which causes red, itchy scaly spots, most often on the knees, elbows, scalp and trunk. 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