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Psoriasis

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Psoriasis on the knuckles
Psoriasis on the knuckles
Alternative Names

Plaque psoriasis


Prevention

No form of prevention is known. Well-moisturized skin may be less prone to psoriasis. Keep flare-ups to a minimum by avoiding anything that aggravates your psoriasis.


Review Date: 07/27/2006
Reviewed By: Shlomit Halachmi, MD, PhD, Private Practice Specializing in Dermatology, Somerville, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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