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Is Itchy Skin With Swelling Sign Of Psoriasis?
A part of my skin is really itching since the last 2 months. I bought a product named Psoriasis to try to cure it but it didn't change anything. Now i'm getting scared cause the itching part just get's bigger and bigger (about 7inches by 4 inches). I'm not sure it is psoriasis but i saw pictures of that and it seemed the same. Hope you will help me as fast as possible . :) thanks.
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Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Dr. Atishay Bukharia,
Dermatologist's Response
Dermatologist's Response
hi
1.psoriasis is usually not that itchy as you are saying but rarely it can be.
2. most characteristic feature of psoriasis is well defined, erythematous and scaly plaque particularly in scalp , elbow, knee, palm and soles.
3. dont use any OTC product as they can harm you and further complicate the psoriasis.
4.consult local dermatologist for confirmation of diagnosis.
Regards
1.psoriasis is usually not that itchy as you are saying but rarely it can be.
2. most characteristic feature of psoriasis is well defined, erythematous and scaly plaque particularly in scalp , elbow, knee, palm and soles.
3. dont use any OTC product as they can harm you and further complicate the psoriasis.
4.consult local dermatologist for confirmation of diagnosis.
Regards
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