Some people have such mild psoriasis (small, faint dry skin patches) that they may not even suspect that they have a medical skin condition. Others have very severe psoriasis where virtually their entire body is fully covered with thick, red, scaly skin.

Psoriasis typically looks like red or pink areas of thickened, raised, and dry skin. It classically affects areas over the elbows, knees, and scalp. Essentially any body area may be involved though it tends to be more common in areas of trauma, repeat rubbing, use, or abrasions.

Seen worldwide, in all races, and both sexes Psoriasis occurs in people of any age, from babies to seniors, most commonly patients being first diagnosed in their early adult years.