Psoriasis Symptoms: Identifying Red, Scaly Patches & More
The most common symptoms of psoriasis include:
- Red, scaly patches of skin
- Dry, cracked skin
- Itching and burning
- Bleeding skin
- Pain (if the psoriasis is severe)
- Swollen joints (in psoriatic arthritis)
- Nail changes, such as thickening, pitting, or discoloration
- Hair loss (near the affected areas)
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