All psoriasis is not the same Webmd explains the itchy, red, scaly skin condition called psoriasis and who is likely to get it Learn more about the different types of psoriasis, the symptoms of each, and what can trigger outbreaks.
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It can flare up anywhere on your body, from scalp to feet
Here’s how it looks in pictures.
Plaque psoriasis, the most common form of psoriasis, causes dry, raised skin patches (plaques) covered with gray or silver scales It may look different depending on your skin color, ranging from pink on white skin to brown or gray on brown or black skin You may have just a few plaques or many. Early symptoms of psoriasis, like rashes and skin patches, are often mistaken for other conditions
Learn about the early signs of psoriasis and how to get diagnosed. Most people have a type called plaque (pronounced plack) psoriasis It’s possible to have more than one type of psoriasis What you see on your skin varies with the type of psoriasis you have and where it appears on your body
The following pictures will give you an idea of what the different types of psoriasis can look like.
Psoriasis can affect various parts of the body, including elbows, knees, hands, feet, and nails, and can also lead to complications like psoriatic arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. Nail psoriasis may occur in about 50% of people with psoriasis Erythrodermic psoriasis can cover your entire body with a red, peeling rash that can itch or burn intensely Your body temperature can change and extreme swelling may occur.
Plaque, guttate, inverse, pustular, and erythrodermic are the main types of psoriasis, each with distinct symptoms and characteristics.
