Psoriasis

 Psoriasis can be difficult to diagnose because it often looks similar to other skin diseases such as rashes, eczema or fungal infections. Psoriasis is incurable but there are a number of treatment options that can reduce outbreaks: steroid based creams, retinoids, immunomodulators, light therapy, biologics. Experience a highly personalized and comprehensive dermatology in NYC. Make your appointment today to get an appropriate psoriasis diagnosis and treatment. Come see the Manhattan Dermatology clinic and meet Dr. Susan Bard. She is among the top dermatologists in NYC. Get the care you need in the safe, reassuring hands of the best rated dermatologist in NYC.

Psoriasis is one of the more misunderstood skin disorders today. It's a condition where your skin cells life cycle changes so that they regenerate much more rapidly. In fact, skin cells multiply 10 times faster with psoriasis. As a result, the cells build up on the surface of your skin.

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that can last years or for your whole lifetime. It can be consistent over time, or you may experience periodic flare-ups. It's not contagious and is caused by genetics. When your Manhattan dermatologist diagnoses your psoriasis, a treatment plan is developed to keep your symptoms to a minimum and reduce the number of flare-ups you'll have.

Psoriasis should always be evaluated with a thorough consultation and examination by a physician for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan as it may be a symptom or sign of a serious illness or condition.

The excess skin cells form thick, scaly, dry, itchy skin that's often red and painful. These patches are typically found on your knees, elbows and scalp, but they sometimes appear on your palms, lower back and soles of your feet.

The symptoms of psoriasis vary in severity and location on your body. The most common symptoms of psoriasis include:

• Red, raised, inflamed skin
• Silvery, scaly patches
• Small, red spots
• Dry skin that cracks and bleeds
• Burning, itching, and sore skin
• Pain in your joints or joint stiffness
• Dents in your nails
• Fingernails or toenails separating from the nail bed
• Thick patches of skin
• Inflamed tendons

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