Psoriasis

Question 1

Psoriasis - symptoms (7)

Answer 1

Dry patches of skin
Scales
Outside of joints
Itching of skin
Bleeding
Stiffness of joints
Affected nails

Question 2

Psoriasis - extra questions (7)

Answer 2

Is there weeping
Is there pus
Does anyone else in your family experience this
Where is the affected area
Is there stiffness of your joints
Do you have IBS
Are you generally feeling well besides your affected skin

Question 3

Psoriasis - explanation of diagnosis

Answer 3

An inflammatory skin disorder caused by your body making new skin cells too fast

Question 4

Psoriasis - causes

Answer 4

Genetic
Infections
Hormonal changes
Stress
Smoking and alcohol

Question 5

Psoriasis - first-line treatment

Answer 5

E45 psoriasis cream
Emollient that works to soothe the skin and reduces chance of infection
Apply 3 times per day
Emollient therapy: use cream as soap

Question 6

Psoriasis - lifestyle (7)

Answer 6

Reduce smoking
Reduce alcohol
Reduce stress
Keep skin moisturised
Don’t scratch area
Avoid perfumed products
Rinse skin well after swimming

Question 7

Psoriasis - when to refer (4)

Answer 7

Covers large amount of body
Severe symptoms
Signs of infection
Systemic symptoms