Skin Laboratory Chemical Peels

Psoriasis is a genetic condition where there is a "short circuit" in the activity level of the immune system and ultimately affecting the way in which skin is produced. With sheer unpredictability, the immune system becomes "over active" and random sites begin to experience an increased rate of skin cell turn-over. Skin forms thick white flaking plaques, often compared to the appearance of mica (hence the term micaceous flakes). Cracks, bleeding and discomfort accompany flare-ups. The elbows, knees, sacrum, scalp, nails, palms and soles are most commonly affected.

Psoriasis Can Develop Anywhere

However, nowhere is immune to the potential of developing psoriasis. Psoriasis is not only disfiguring, it can destroy joints (psoriatic arthritis) and it can take an emotional toll. An equal opportunity skin disorder, men and women are equally affected. Children and infants are also potential victims and most at risk when battling a strep infection.

Flare Factors

Flare factors include stress and illness; strep, mycoplasma and staph infections; lack of light exposure (hence the flare often experienced every fall and winter), hormonal imbalances (i.e. pregnancy), and sometimes for no reason at all.

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