Clinical and Medical Engineering Live
- ISSN: 2997-612X
Christina Rahm*, M.S., Ph.D., Ed.D.
The word psoriasis came from psora’s Greek language and it means literally scaly. It is a term related to the patches of red, bumpy skin plaques that result from this ailment. Psoriasis is a manifestation of autoimmune disorder of the surface areas of the whole body. It is quite prevalent. Whenever the immune system thinks that the own body’s parts are harmful, it damages the skin, thus creating redness and scaling. Psoriasis is an ugly, painful, and unpleasant disease for the patient. The condition can range from mild, presenting as small red patches on the skin, to severe involving large areas of skin. This article will review psoriasis causes with reference to selected cases, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches.