Psoriasis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
May 17, 2024 · Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes a rash with itchy, scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk and scalp. Psoriasis is a common, long-term (chronic) disease with no cure. It can be painful, interfere with sleep and make it hard to concentrate.
Psoriasis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
May 17, 2024 · Psoriasis treatments aim to stop skin cells from growing so quickly and to remove scales. Options include creams and ointments (topical therapy), light therapy (phototherapy), and oral or injected medications. Which treatments you use depends on how severe the psoriasis is and how responsive it has been to previous treatment and self-care measures.
Types of psoriasis (psoriasis pictures) - Mayo Clinic
Dec 14, 2023 · Psoriasis patches can range from a few spots of dandruff-like scaling to major rashes that cover large areas. The condition is not passed from person to person. Learn about the symptoms of common types of psoriasis.
Psoriasis - Care at Mayo Clinic
May 17, 2024 · Psoriasis is unique for everyone, and the effects range from mild to almost totally disabling. Your health care provider will work with you to determine the correct diagnosis for your type of psoriasis, which is essential for effective treatment.
Types of dermatitis (dermatitis pictures) - Mayo Clinic
Dec 19, 2023 · Symptoms include itchiness, scaly skin, a swollen rash, oozing blisters and dandruff-like scaling. The condition is not passed from person to person. Learn about the symptoms of common types of dermatitis.
Scalp psoriasis vs. seborrheic dermatitis: What's the difference?
Jul 25, 2024 · Scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis are common conditions that affect the scalp. And they share some symptoms, such as inflamed, scaly skin. Most often, the scales of psoriasis look thicker and drier than the scales of seborrheic dermatitis.
Psoriatic arthritis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
Oct 2, 2021 · Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects some people who have psoriasis — a disease that causes red patches of skin topped with silvery scales. Most people develop psoriasis years before being diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis.
Atopic dermatitis (eczema) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
May 15, 2024 · Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatments of this itchy rash that most often begins before age 5, is persistent, and has periods of clearing and relapse.
Itchy skin (pruritus) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Oct 23, 2024 · Examples include dry skin (xerosis), eczema (dermatitis), psoriasis, scabies, parasites, burns, scars, insect bites and hives. Internal diseases. Itching on the whole body might be a symptom of an underlying illness, such as liver disease, kidney disease, anemia, diabetes, thyroid problems and certain cancers.
Contact dermatitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
May 2, 2024 · Contact dermatitis is an itchy rash caused by direct contact with a substance or an allergic reaction to it. The rash isn't contagious, but it can be very uncomfortable. Many substances can cause this reaction, such as cosmetics, fragrances, jewelry and plants.