Psoriasis
Managing Psoriasis with Expert Care
Managing Psoriasis with Expert Care
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes skin cells to build up rapidly, forming scales and red, itchy patches. At DermOffice Dallas, our dermatologists offer the latest treatment options to help control psoriasis and improve your quality of life.
What Is Psoriasis?
Psoriasis speeds up the life cycle of skin cells, causing them to build up rapidly on the skin's surface. This buildup of cells causes scaling on the skin's surface. It is a chronic condition that often comes and goes in cycles.
Types of Psoriasis
- Plaque Psoriasis (most common) — raised, red patches covered with silvery scales
- Guttate Psoriasis — small, drop-shaped lesions
- Inverse Psoriasis — smooth red lesions in skin folds
- Pustular Psoriasis — white pustules surrounded by red skin
- Erythrodermic Psoriasis — widespread, fiery redness
Treatment Options
- Topical treatments (corticosteroids, vitamin D analogues)
- Phototherapy (UVB, PUVA)
- Systemic medications (methotrexate, cyclosporine)
- Biologics (TNF-alpha inhibitors, IL-17 & IL-23 inhibitors)
- Lifestyle modifications & stress management
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease and is not contagious. It cannot be spread through skin contact.
Common triggers include stress, infections, certain medications, skin injuries, smoking, alcohol, and cold weather.
There is no cure, but many effective treatments can control symptoms. Some patients achieve long periods of remission with appropriate therapy.
Yes. Psoriasis is associated with psoriatic arthritis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and depression. Managing psoriasis is important for overall health.
Take Control of Your Psoriasis
Our dermatologists at DermOffice Dallas will help you find the right treatment plan for long-term relief.
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