Not only is it uncomfortable, it itches, oozes, turns red and/or silver; and in some cases hard to hide, which can be embarrassing. It can also be disfiguring to the skin, and hard to treat and control. The ethnicity of an individual along with the severity can determine how visible the disease is. In African Americans; the disease patches on the skin may be black or white. In Caucasian Americans, the patches may be red and silver. Regardless of what ethnicity an individual is, there will be visible disfigurement of the skin and hair loss as well. In perception after the fact, the patches are visibly unpleasant to some; however, an individual has the opportunity to live somewhat normal life. With the avoidance of certain foods, drugs and elements; and the proper medical treatment, the disease can be controlled. In spite of all the unsightly patches, they will subside within a few months. In conclusion, psoriasis is a disease that can be crippling to some. However, treatment and education today, makes it easier to treat and cope with. Psoriasis does not have to be a reason not to show some skin. The cause and effects of this disease does not have to
Not only is it uncomfortable, it itches, oozes, turns red and/or silver; and in some cases hard to hide, which can be embarrassing. It can also be disfiguring to the skin, and hard to treat and control. The ethnicity of an individual along with the severity can determine how visible the disease is. In African Americans; the disease patches on the skin may be black or white. In Caucasian Americans, the patches may be red and silver. Regardless of what ethnicity an individual is, there will be visible disfigurement of the skin and hair loss as well. In perception after the fact, the patches are visibly unpleasant to some; however, an individual has the opportunity to live somewhat normal life. With the avoidance of certain foods, drugs and elements; and the proper medical treatment, the disease can be controlled. In spite of all the unsightly patches, they will subside within a few months. In conclusion, psoriasis is a disease that can be crippling to some. However, treatment and education today, makes it easier to treat and cope with. Psoriasis does not have to be a reason not to show some skin. The cause and effects of this disease does not have to