Psoriasis is an outbreak that causes a “rash” on the skin, but it can also affect the nails, tendons, and joints. Some of the most common symptoms are red rashes or spots, dryness, cracking, flaking, peeling, depression, and joint pain. Depending on the severity of the disease, most people start seeing scaly skin patches on the knees, elbows, and scalp. The effects of psoriasis are both physical and emotional, as individuals are usually in a great deal of discomfort and may also be embarrassed by the way their skin appears.
Psoriasis is a common skin disorder that affects 125 million people globally; however, what many people don’t realize is that it is an autoimmune disease. When the body’s immune system is triggered, skin cells become overactive and produce more skin than what can naturally be sloughed off, so the end result is red, irritated skin with dry patches that eventually peel. It can affect the scalp, inner and outer ears, feet, limbs, and everywhere in between.
Psoriasis Symptoms:
• Red, raised, patches with siler or white scales
• Dry skin (flakes, cracks, and bleeds)
• Pain
• Itching
• Burning
• Painful, swollen joints
• Pitted finger and toenails
Psoriasis is a lifelong disorder and can, in extreme cases, turn into psoriatic arthritis, which is an inflammatory arthritis (also autoimmune) condition. The typical treatments for this disorder, as well as psoriasis, are topicals, pain medications, steroids, Goeckerman therapy (coal tar and light therapy), immunosuppressants, and in advanced cases of psoriatic arthritis, surgery to replace the affected joints.
In the United States, psoriasis affects around 7.5 million. It’s commonly associated other disorders such as the following:
• Type II diabetes
• Heart disease
• Anxiety
• IBS
• Depression
Getting an accurate diagnosis and established treatment plan will help manage your psoriasis. Scheduling an appointment with an experienced dermatologist is essential.
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Luminary Medical Group features an experienced team of providers dedicated to giving you total confidence in your skin and your health. Our team includes Doctors, Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners who work together to care for you from head to toe.
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No matter your concern, you can trust our team to provide the treatment and guidance you need to look and feel radiant. At Luminary Medical Group, you will find services including:
• Medical Dermatology
• Medical Spa Treatments
• Primary Care
• GYN Services
We are here to help you live better, whether that means caring for your skin, elevating your look, or supporting your health and wellness goals now and in the future.
Luminary Medical Group began as Luminary Dermatology in Sarasota, FL, where the sun is hot, beaches are bustling, and someone always forgets to wear their sunscreen. The multi-specialty group was founded by board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon Dr. Cary L. Dunn. We now provide patient-centered medical care to Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, and many other Southwest Florida communities as well as Edmond, Oklahoma.
Our mission is to provide compassionate care to the people of our community and beyond, with excellence in service, quality, and accessibility.
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