Psoriasis Treatment
Psoriasis is an immune-driven condition where skin cells cycle far too quickly, building thick scaly plaques on the elbows, knees, scalp, trunk and nails. Modern treatment plans clear visible plaques and extend remission, and our dermatologists are honest with you about what is realistic for a chronic condition.
Understanding Psoriasis
In psoriasis the immune system speeds up skin turnover from weeks to days, so cells pile up before the old ones shed. That is why moisturiser alone never clears it: the problem is the immune signal underneath, not dryness on the surface. It can also affect the nails and, in some patients, the joints, which is why a proper assessment looks beyond the visible patch.
Come in if you recognise any of these
- Thick, well-defined plaques on elbows, knees or the lower back
- Scalp scaling that is heavier than dandruff and reaches the hairline
- Nail pitting, thickening or lifting
- Patches that crack and bleed
- Skin that flares with stress or after an infection
Your plan, step by step
Confirm the diagnosis and type
Plaque, scalp, guttate, inverse and nail psoriasis behave differently and are treated differently.
Treat the immune signal
Topical, procedural or systemic treatment is selected for the severity and location, not a one-size plan.
Clear the visible plaques
Descaling and targeted treatment restore normal-looking skin as quickly as is safe.
Extend remission
Once clear, a maintenance plan lengthens the gap before the next flare.
Watch the whole picture
We ask about joints, nails and general health, because psoriasis is more than a skin surface issue.
Psoriasis, answered honestly
Is psoriasis just dry skin or dandruff?
Can psoriasis be cured?
Is psoriasis contagious?
Why does it flare when I am stressed?
Does psoriasis affect the joints?
Will sunlight help?
Worried about your skin?
Bring it to a doctor. Diagnosis first, honest plan second, treatment only when it genuinely helps.