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Psoriasis, a chronic skin disease, is a common condition that causes red skin with thick silvery scales. Approximately 2 to 3 percent of the population is affected by it. It can occur at any age, but most commonly develops in the 20s. You can not catch it from another person or give it to someone - it is not contagious.

There are many different types of psoriasis. The most common type is plaque psoriasis, also called psoriasis vulgaris. Other types include guttate psoriasis, pustular psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, psoriasis arthritis, and erythrodermic psoriasis.

What causes psoriasis? The exact cause is not known, but many different factors contribute to its occurrence. These factors may include heredity, infections, immune system abnormality, injuries to the skin, and environmental factors.

There are many signs and symptoms of psoriasis and they vary from person to person. The classic symptoms are raised patches of red skin, topped with silvery scales that may itch or burn. Pitting of the nails is also relatively common.

How is psoriasis treated? That depends on the type of psoriasis and its severity. There is a wide variety of treatments available, but no single one will work for everyone.

There are three main types of psoriasis treatments - topical treatments, phototherapy (light treatment) and systemic treatments (medications - pills and injections).

There are also numerous alternative options that many people find helpful. In most cases these treatments are perfectly safe and include ayurveda, osteopathy, homeopathy, climatotherapy, balneotherapy, heliotherapy, phytotherapy, thalassotherapy, herbology, epsom salt, neem oil, diet, fasting, and others.

Working out regularly and a healthy and balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables and grains can also be of great help. On the other hand, of course, smoking, heavy drinking, junk food and a general unhealthy lifestyle can only worsen the problem.

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