Frequently asked questions: Frequently asked questions

A: Psoriasis affects men women and children alike and can occur at any age from infancy to old age but normally occurs between the ages of 10 and 30. …

Q: Is psoriasis catching?

A: The simple answer is no.

Q. Are there different types of psoriasis?

A: Yes, there are different types of psoriasis: Chronic plaque discoid psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris), guttate psoriasis (raindrop psoriasis), scalp…

Q: Will my psoriasis go away?

A: In some cases, yes it may clear up for years, in other cases it is a chronic long term condition. Most people find with psoriasis they can work…

Q: Is there a cure for psoriasis?

A: Unfortunately not at the moment. Research is being done and in the last decade great strides have been made in understanding what goes wrong in…

Q: Can diet affect my psoriasis?

A: A healthy diet is important for well being and can reduce your risk of much long term illness. However, there is no clear link between what you…

Q: How is psoriasis diagnosed?

A: Psoriasis is diagnosed by an examination of the skin and the symptoms you describe to your healthcare provider. In some cases, a biopsy may be…

Q: Will my psoriasis get worse?

A: Psoriasis does vary. You will get flare-ups when your condition is worse than at other times. Although we cannot be certain, stress seems to make…

Q: What age does psoriasis occur?

A: It can appear at any age in varying degrees but usually between the ages of 10 and 30, but can occur at any age from infancy to old age.

Q: What are the different treatments for psoriasis?

A: Although psoriasis is a chronic long term condition with no cure, it can be controlled and go into remission (go away). Not all people will be…