Early symptoms of psoriasis
Disease description:
Two days ago, red patches appeared on my arms, and an area of skin became scaly like fish skin. The doctor said it might be psoriasis. What are the early symptoms of psoriasis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Psoriasis, also known as plaque psoriasis, is a common chronic, recurrent skin condition. Its early symptoms mainly include the following:
1. Well-defined red patches: Red or pink patches appear on the skin. These patches have clear boundaries and are often covered with silvery-white scales. Initially, these patches may be small and scattered across various parts of the body, particularly common on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back.
2. Red papules or plaque-like papules: In addition to red patches, red papules or plaque-like papules may also appear. These skin lesions may gradually expand into well-defined red patches.
3. Itching: Some patients may experience itching, which may worsen at night and affect sleep quality.
4. Silvery-white scales: A layer of silvery-white scales typically covers the surface of the red patches or papules, and these scales peel off easily.
Symptoms of psoriasis vary from person to person, and the progression of the disease also differs. Therefore, once the above symptoms are noticed, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to obtain professional diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
