Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red and itchy patches due to building up of cells on the surface of the skin. The symptoms include red, thick, and scaly skin, dry and cracked skin, itching and burning sensation, and stiff joints.
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What could cause rash on vulva in a small kid?
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is almost 14 months old. She had a rash on her vulva for maybe one and a half months. We have tried everything Desitin maximum strength, A + D ointment, Triple paste, Aquaphor, Boudreaux's butt paste, and prescription Hydrocortisone. We change her every four hours and bl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Is there any itching? Any other area affected? Is it increasing or persistent in nature? Read Full »
Is there a link between psoriasis, joint pain, and anxiety?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 31 years old. I have had psoriasis since I was ten years old. Then recently I became worried about psoriatic arthritis. I did not have any symptoms. Then one day I woke up and my ring finger was hurting at the first joint not bad and only when I pressed on it but I started freaking... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Thank you for your query. I read your query and understood your concern.I went through your post and investigated whether you have psoriasis but as of now, you do not seem to have psoriatic arthritis because your inflammatory markers erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR),... Read Full »
I have psoriasis. Can Skyrizi be effective?
Query: Hi doctor,As a patient diagnosed with psoriasis and currently undergoing treatment with Skyrizi, I am immensely grateful for the advancements in medical science that have provided us with such therapeutic options. However, I would greatly appreciate your advice in addressing a few queries I have con... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. How long has it been since you started on them? The response will depend on the severity of your psoriasis. It will definitely take around a month to start seeing differences. Also, try making lifestyle changes, which will aid in quick respon... Read Full »
What to do if area between thigh and abdomen is dark?
Query: Hello doctor,The joint area between my thigh and abdomen has become darker than the normal skin tone. The skin texture has also changed and itches a lot. When I scratch in the dry condition, flake-like particles come out of it. I am not sure whether it is a fungal infection or something else. It irr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thigh folds and armpits are usually a little dark compared to normal skin tone. This is because of constant friction, sweating, and hormonal influence. If you are really worried about skin tone in that area, there are a few medications that can help, like Kojic acid ... Read Full »
How to cure the abnormal scales on my face?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a skin problem on my face. The skin has abnormal scales on the area to the side of my upper lip. When I remove the skin, the area is reddened. It has happened ever since I was on Doxycycline for a prostate infection. I stopped it four months ago. I am also on Daonil for diabetes... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachments (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It is most likely psoriasis which is an autoimmune condition which affects the skin causing white silver scales. This could be drug-induced, genetic, or an idiopathic infection. Rem... Read Full »
Why is there a foot swelling in a psoriasis patient for past two months?
Query: Hello doctor, The patient is my mother, age 58, with chronic psoriasis which is under control. She has been having right foot swelling for the past two months. Her left feet is normal. Initial diagnosis at local clinics was an infection and severe arthritis. She was put on anti-inflammatory, antibi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your health query and can understand how worried you are about your mother. This seems to be due to the foot sprain she inflicted in the recent past (attachment removed to protect patient identity). She might have caused a damage to the soft tissues of ... Read Full »
Is it advisable to take Prednisone for psoriasis flare-up?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 26 years old. I have severe psoriasis from 12 years of age. I am using biologic Humira for ten years and it worked well. Two weeks back, I got a streptococcal throat infection. After that, my psoriasis began to flare up. I am taking slight treatments but it is not getting better. I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not take oral steroids for a short course for psoriasis. It will make your condition resistant causing a flare-up. It may also lead to erythrodermic psoriasis. Oral steroids can be taken in emergency cases for psoriasis. If your condition is under control, then it is... Read Full »
Please suggest complete cure for psoriasis.
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering with Psoriasis. Please suggest treatment. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw your photograph (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You are having psoriasis and I would like to tell you about your disease. Psoriasis is a relapsing condition and usually exacerbates in winters. It will not spread to other people by touching. I... Read Full »
My son-in-law is suffering from psoriasis. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, My son-in-law is 35 years old and is suffering from psoriasis. Is there any cure? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I have seen your query and concern. With your descriptions, it seems your son-in-law has psoriasis. Psoriasis is a chronic genetically influenced immunologically based inflammatory disease of skin and joints. Factors that aggravate psoriasis include stress, alcohol, smo... Read Full »
I have rash on penis that is painful after sex. Kindly advise.
Query: Hello doctor, I have a rash on my penis. I had a biopsy done and the doctor told me it showed nothing on it. It is just vibrant and red and can be painful after sex or masturbating. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It could be psoriasis or lichen planus (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Does it itch?. Though you may use a moderately potent topical steroid like Fluticasone propionate or Triamcinolone acetonide for it but I suggest you to try Tacrolimus 0.1 % oint... Read Full »
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