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The effects of psoriasis on the fingernails may include discoloration of the nail, pitting (small holes) of the nails, lines across the nails, thickening of the skin under the nail, and the loosening or crumbling of the nail.
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How can Psoriasis affect how long you live?
Not at all can psoriasis effect how long you live.
What is nail psoriasis?
The first sign of nail psoriasis is usually pitting of the fingernails or toenails. Size, shape, and depth of the marks vary, and affected nails may thicken, yellow, or crumble.
How does Psoriasis affect the body?
Psoriasis is a non contagious, chronic skin disorder characterized by the presence of scaly, red, dry patches. Psoriasis has also been known to effect joints in the human body as well.
What could be wrong if you have scab like things on your scalp that seem to be getting bigger and you've had them for awhile now?
It could be psoriasis, there are shampoos that will help some (T-Gel) but a doctor can give you something better to help control it. Another thing to look for are little pits on your fingernails. If there are it is most likely psoriasis.
You were recently prescribed Klonopin for anxiety and its clearing up your psoriasis is there a connection?
KlonopinTreatment for psoriasis is not included in the indications for clonazepam (Klonopin). Clonazepam is an anti-convulsant and anti-anxiety medication. However, outbreaks of psoriasis are often associated with stress. It is possible that relief from anxiety is also a relief from stress and therefore calming your psoriasis.Agreed!Reduce stress and it will have an effect on psoriasis. That's what herbs do
What is the DSM IV code for psoriasis?
psoriasis
How to you say psoriasis in french?
C'est le psoriasis.
Is Psoriasis a bacteria?
No, psoriasis is not caused by a bacterium, or an infection of any kind.
Can dogs get Psoriasis from humans?
While dogs can get psoriasis, they do not get it from humans.
What vitamin help with psoriasis?
Vitamin D is effective for psoriasis.
What is the life cycle of psoriasis?
Psoriasis is not caused by a living organism; there is no life cycle to present. Psoriasis is a disorder of the immune system.
What is the Name of five fingernails?
penta-fingernails
