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Psoriasis is a skin condition that is chronic but not contagious. It is characterized usually by itchy, raised and red patches of dry skin also referred to as plaque. Psoriasis can also look like flaky scales that are usually white to grayish in color. Psoriasis can vary from mild to severe. It can also vary in shape, in size and the specific location in the body where it is seen.

Psoriasis is usually found on the elbows and knees but can also be present in the other parts of the body such as the scalp, the neck, the legs, torso and in more other parts of the body, depending on severity.

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What Type of Doctor Treats Psoriasis?

Generally psoriasis can be treated by any physician. However, there might be a situation when your complete body is affected or you might be suffering from psoriatic arthritis that is connected with your psoriasis. In that case your normal health care physician might not be comfortable in medicating you. In such a situation you should ask your physician to refer a dermatologist, who can properly guide and treat you.

Dermatologists are physicians who specialize in the treatment and diagnosis of psoriasis and other skin problems. However, you must visit doctors who are expert and experienced in treating the symptoms of this skin disorder. Patients that are suffering from psoriatic arthritis may also consult rheumatologists, who are considered to be specialist in the field of arthritis. Psoriasis can also be treated by some other kind of health professionals like chiropractors, acupuncturists, nutritionists and holistic practitioners.

In order to find the dermatologists who are qualified and specialize in psoriasis, one can look at the National Psoriasis Foundation and The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). At these locations you can find the most up to date information about the disease and its treatment.
Other than these expert treatments, home remedies often appear to be effective in dealing with psoriasis.