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What Are The Red Scaly Patches On My Body?

i am 15 and i had a red scaly patch on my chest i went to the dermatologist last month and they gave me 2 pills to take and nowa month later im getting mkore of these red scaly patches i have 3 on my stomache nd 1 on my lower back and 3 or 4 around my shoulders nd 1 on my neck
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Hi,

Psoriasis is a common skin condition that can cause a scaly, itchy, red rash to form along the scalp, elbows, and joints.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Sam Salahia, Dermatologist
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What Are The Red Scaly Patches On My Body?

Hi, Psoriasis is a common skin condition that can cause a scaly, itchy, red rash to form along the scalp, elbows, and joints. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sam Salahia, Dermatologist