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Psoriasis is a common skin condition that causes skin redness and irritation. Most persons with psoriasis have thick, red skin with flaky, silver-white patches called scales. See also: Guttate psoriasis
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Named for the Greek word ps M ra meaning " itch, " psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious disease characterized by inflamed lesions covered with silvery-white scabs of dead skin. Psoriasis, which affects at least four million Americans, is slightly more common in women than in men.
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What Is Psoriasis?Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease.
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Managing PsoriasisThe success of your medical treatment depends on you. When your doctor gives you a treatment plan, ask when you should expect to see results.
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Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious disease characterized by inflamed hyperproliferative lesions covered with silvery-white scabs of dead skin. Psoriasis, which affects at least four million Americans, is slightly more common in women than in men.
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Named for the Greek word ps M ra meaning itch, psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious disease characterized by inflamed lesions covered with silvery-white scabs of dead skin. Normal skin cells mature and replace dead skin every 28 to 30 days.
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