Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition which is characterized by mild to severe itching, reddened skin, and silvery-white, flaky patches on the skin’s surface. Although it is not contagious, this disorder affects more than 4 million Americans. Symptoms can appear in children as young as 10 years of age, although the average age of onset is about 28 years.

Both men and women can be affected, and psoriasis can be found on all parts of the body, including the scalp, nails and genita...

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