An autoimmune disorder of the skin that results in hyper thickened, red and itchy skin along with inflammation. Immune system and genetics plays a major role in triggering Psoriasis.

Skin cell cycle turnover reduces from 28 days to 3-4 days.

Skin cells (Keratinocytes) multiply rapidly and results in scaly skin.

Co-morbidities such as immune deficiency, poor regulation of body temperature, stress and anxiety, Metabolic Syndrome, Heart Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease may be developed.

Psoriasis affects in all age groups.

It affects in all body parts, mostly in elbows, knees, scalp.

Based on the extent of Psoriatic lesion, it is termed as

• mild (<3%)
• moderate (3-10%)
• severe (>10%)

• Inhibits keratinocyte proliferation
• Boosts immunity
• Reduces scaling of skin