What Causes Dry Flaky Skin On The Body Despite Taking Humira For Psoriasis?

Posted on Fri, 11 Aug 2017

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Question : Hi. I have severe gut taste psoriasis. I started on Humira and took the load in dose plus one more. The lesions are flatter and less inflamed, but my skin is flaky and burning. Is this normal?

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Not unusual

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

Such things do occur in psoriasis although I would not classify it as 'normal'. It can be hard to manage. You need to continue Humira.

I would insist you to upload an image of the affected area. It will help me to guide you properly.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar