Psoriasis A Skin Disease

When talking about diseases in the skin this psoriasis is very much common for the reason that it is a chronic disease of the skin. And take note it can also sometimes affects the joints. Usually it consists of red and scaly patches on the skin, but there are many types of psoriasis.  The plaques of psoriasis usually occur on elbows and knees – other types affect the feet and hands. There is unknown cause of this psoriasis, but it is believed to be mostly genetic, and stress does play a role. There are many treatments that can be used for psoriasis, but as it is a chronic recurrent skin condition, psoriasis is a challenge to treat and the treatments available are most symptomatic and cosmetic.