Did you know there are many different types of psoriasis? I’m a board-certified dermatologist, and here’s a quick guide to some of the most common ones:
🩹 Plaque Psoriasis
The most common type, affecting 80-90% of people with psoriasis. It appears as red, inflamed patches covered in silvery-white scales, often found on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back.
🎯 Guttate Psoriasis
This type shows up as small, dot-like lesions and is often triggered by strep infections. It’s more common in children and young adults and typically appears on the torso, arms, and legs.
📍 Inverse Psoriasis
Found in skin folds (under breasts, around the groin, and buttocks), this type causes smooth, red lesions without scales. It worsens with friction and sweating.
⚪ Pustular Psoriasis
Characterized by white pustules (noninfectious pus) surrounded by red skin. It often affects the hands and feet and can be triggered by stress, infections, or medications.
🔥 Erythrodermic Psoriasis
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