19/11/2025
Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disorder that causes inflammation. It can cause dry, scaly, thickened, red skin on any part of the scalp, face, or body, in addition to nail changes or even joint involvement (psoriatic arthritis).
Psoriasis is not contagious, and it is not caused by having dirty skin or poor hygiene. It is thought to be due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Triggers that may worsen psoriasis include stress, damage to the skin (e.g. sunburn, scratches), certain medications, infections, changes in hormones (e.g. pregnancy), and smoking.
Treatment options include:
⭐ prescription cream/ointment/lotion/foam treatments
⭐ phototherapy (aka light treatment such as narrowband UVB)
⭐ prescription oral treatments
⭐ prescription injectable treatments (aka biologics)
Contact us for more information or if you would like to book an appointment with one of our friendly dermatologists!
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