Psoriasis causes your body to make new skin cells too quickly. These cells tend to pile up and form spots, bumps, and thick scaly patches called plaques that can be uncomfortable. Scientists think ...

From a young age, Steven Levy had an idea of how dramatically psoriasis can impact physical and mental health. “My dad had it,” recalls Levy, a TV producer in Los Angeles. “Growing up, I watched him ...

Psoriasis -- the chronic condition that causes red, scaly, itchy patches on your skin -- comes and goes. Your psoriasis can change in how serious it is and how often you have symptoms. Psoriasis ...

Brendan Camp, MD, FAAD, is a double board-certified dermatologist. A dermatologist may use a physical exam and medical history to diagnose psoriasis. Skin biopsies help distinguish psoriasis from ...

Since I’ve been living with psoriasis for over 15 years, you’d think I’d have this disease figured out by now. But when you live with a chronic disease, there will always be curveballs. As much as you ...

Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MD Key Takeaways Psoriasis and eczema often affect kids, while rosacea typically affects adults aged 30 to 50. All three skin conditions can cause a red rash, though ...

This article was medically reviewed by Caroline Chang, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and member of the Prevention Medical Review Board, on August 8, 2019. We all get rashes from time to time, ...

Share on Pinterest A study found a link between vitamin D levels and the severity of psoriasis. Raymond Forbes LLC/Stocksy Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder characterized by raised, inflamed ...