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Understanding Psoriasis: Treatment Approaches<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

An Interview with Dr. Sandra Jerkovic Gulin, MD, MSc, PhD<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dermatologist & Clinical Researcher
Adjunct Associate Professor
Co-Host, Skinscope Dermatology Podcast<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Psoriasis is a common skin condition that causes red, scaly patches often on elbows, knees or the scalp and can feel uncomfortable or itchy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In our conversation, Dr Sandra Jerkovic Gulin explains what triggers psoriasis, how to recognise its signs, and why early treatment makes a real difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How common is psoriasis, and who can get it?<\/h2><\/summary>
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Psoriasis is a common condition and almost 3% of the global population suffers. It can affect any gender, age group\u2014adults, children, elderly. In my practice, I\u2019ve been seeing young and old, male and female, everyone with unique psoriasis stories. Some have just a few stubborn patches; others deal with widespread, severe symptoms.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n

Where can psoriasis appear on the body?<\/h2><\/summary>
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Psoriasis can pop up everywhere on the body\u2014it\u2019s not just your arms and legs. It can be from the scalp to the soles of the feet, and it comes in many forms: plaque, guttate, inverse, pustular, erythrodermic, circular, geographic.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n

What triggers psoriasis, and why is it more than \u201cjust skin\u201d?<\/h2><\/summary>
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There is a genetic background for psoriasis<\/a> \u2014and of course, triggers that can cause it. Before, many thought psoriasis was just a skin condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s absolutely not\u2014psoriasis is a systemic disease. It can be complicated by arthritis, cardiovascular issues and diabetes. It\u2019s like your skin is throwing a continuous temper tantrum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our approach today is completely different compared to a decade ago: if we treat correctly and early in the disease, we can prevent and minimise complications, reduce disease burden and prevent severe outcomes. That\u2019s why we use a range of treatments\u2014conventional systemics, biologics, small molecules\u2014alongside topical treatments and, of course, moisturisers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n

What do psoriasis patches look and feel like?<\/h2><\/summary>
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Patients present with red, thick, scaly patches anywhere on the body, but most commonly on the arms and legs. You can also have isolated forms in the genital area or scalp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Psoriasis can be connected to arthritis\u2014people sometimes complain of joint pain. In some cases, it even affects the face. Now that we have many treatments available, it\u2019s becoming much easier for psoriasis patients\u2014but the most important thing is to seek help.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n

What should patients do\u2014and avoid\u2014to keep psoriasis under control?<\/h2><\/summary>
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