Psoriasis is a fairly common dermatological disease characterized by severe scaling and itching of the affected skin. There are many types of this disease. The most common types of psoriasis need to be considered in detail, and these lesions can also be seen in the picture.
Causes of the disease
The disease is usually chronic. It takes place for the following reasons:
- Weakening of the immune system. Abnormal immune processes lead to thickening of the skin, as a result of which the chronic form of the disease gradually begins to develop.
- genetic predisposition. The chance of skin damage is quite high if at least one of the parents suffered from psoriasis.
- Nervous disorders and emotional upheaval. This is one of the most serious factors in the development of this skin disease.
- Hormonal imbalance. Pathological changes in the endocrine system give an initial impetus to the appearance of the first signs of psoriasis.
- Disruption of metabolic processes in the body. This is due to the lack of vitamins and other nutrients.
- Presence of parasitic diseases. Toxic substances that poison different types of helminths from the human body can provoke skin damage.
Modern medicine has not yet discovered the exact cause of this pathology.
Most often, experts find the link between immune system disorders and psoriatic outbreaks.
Symptoms of the disease
As already mentioned, there are many types of this dermatological disease. Depending on this, the patient may have different symptoms. The most common forms of psoriasis and their signs need to be considered in more detail.
Vulgar psoriasis
Represents the appearance of white scaly tiles. The affected skin becomes inflamed and changes color. Such plates gradually increase in size, the scales stratify over time. Psoriasis on the hands may not have scaly formations, especially on the folds. In these places, the skin becomes red, there is itching and severe burning. Inguinal psoriasis develops in the same way. Vulgar psoriasis of the body can affect most of the skin.
Psoriasis tear point
This form of the disease got its name because of the drop shape of convex psoriatic outbreaks. They have a purple-red tinge. Spotted neoplasms usually spread to the back, abdomen, and affect almost all parts of the body. They cause severe itching, especially during periods of deterioration.
Most often, this form of the disease develops as a result of infectious diseases.
Pustular psoriasis: photo
This type of psoriasis is the appearance of small growths that are filled with clear fluid. The skin around these particular pimples becomes inflamed and becomes bright red. It undergoes rapid flaking, which causes painful sensations. Often this form of the disease manifests itself in nail plates. Apparently pustular psoriasis can be seen in the picture.
Arthropathic psoriasis
It develops gradually, the initial stage of this disease can pass without any symptoms. Articular and muscular tissues are damaged. As the patient develops, he begins to feel uncomfortable sensations in the area of the affected joints, stiffness of movements is noticed, especially after waking up. The skin in the affected area becomes inflamed and has a red color. The joints of the upper and lower extremities are most often affected by psoriatic osteoarthritis.
Palmar-spinal psoriasisThis is a fairly common form of the disease. It is characterized by damage to the palms and heels. In these places, strong foci with well-defined edges appear. Persistent dryness and peeling of the skin can lead to cracks. In such situations, great care must be taken, as infection of the resulting wounds can occur. 
The skin in the affected area becomes firm and rough.
Early psoriasis: Photo
How does the development of this pathology begin? This disease in the initial stage may be asymptomatic. Small pink plaques usually appear. The surface of the skin on them is still smooth and shiny. After a few days, the plaques become covered with small scales, itching in the affected areas begins to bother. These scales are easily removed from the plates, under them the skin looks flared. This process is called point psoriasis.
Psoriasis in childrenThis disease can also occur in newborns. It is always accompanied by painful sensations in the affected areas, after which severe itching appears. The plaques formed most often burst, small bleeding begins. This process is called capillary psoriasis. The danger of the form lies in the possible infection of the wounds formed in the child.
Psoriasis of the head: photo
It is not uncommon to find head injury with this disease. With an advanced form of such damage, hair falls out and stops growing. The location of the foci can be observed in such places on the head:
- psoriasis behind the ears;
- in the occupational region and in the forehead;
- psoriasis of the neck;
- on the scalp.
A condition of the head is usually accompanied by the following symptoms:
- slight scaling with itching and irritation;
- inflammation in the affected area;
- itching of vulnerable spots leads to damage;
- the skin gradually becomes thicker and thicker;
- dandruff on the scalp;
- skin is very sensitive to severe trauma;
- itching increases every day.
An advanced form of the disease can lead to dangerous consequences. In addition to psoriatic osteoarthritis, a person may develop the following pathologies:
- heart and blood vessel dysfunction;
- ischemic disease;
- blow;
- cardiac arrhythmia.
The patient begins to feel such illnesses:
- burnt skin is purple;
- general weakness of the body;
- increased body temperature;
- heartbeat;
- poor appetite until its complete loss;
- weakness in muscles and joints.
With an advanced form of the disease, an important area of skin is affected. The patient feels constant weakness and fatigue. Therefore, it is very important to start treatment early.
Consequences of the disease
It is no secret that psoriatic outbreaks significantly impair the quality of daily life. The affected person may have the following psychophysiological problems:
- fear of playing sports;
- the need to constantly hide your illness;
- self-confidence gradually disappears;
- developing a chronic depressive state;
- problems with the opposite sex, a person begins to avoid intimacy with a loved one.
Also, in some cases, this pathology negatively affects a person's choice of professional activity.
Therefore, the disease has a negative impact not only on physical health but also on the psycho-emotional state. At the first signs of psoriasis, you should contact a specialist for help. He will prescribe the most effective treatment, help get rid of the rash as soon as possible.