Psoriasis, an inflammatory skin condition, is of different forms. Each form has its own, unique signs and symptoms. A related form of arthritis known as psoriatic arthritis, which causes inflammation of the joints is suffered by between 10% and 30% of the people who get psoriasis.

Listed below are the common forms of psoriasis and the signs and symptoms associated with each of them.

• Plague psoriasis: This form of psoriasis appears as patches of raised, reddish skin covered by silvery-white scale. Although the plaques can occur anywhere on the body, scalp, knees, elbows, and lower back are the parts of the body which are frequently affected by these plaques or patches.

• Guttate Psoriasis: This form of psoriasis appears as small, red spots on the skin.

• Pustular Psoriasis: Someone with this form of psoriases will have white pustules on the skin with the surrounded area gone red.

• Inverse Psoriasis: This form of psoriasis manifests itself as smooth, red, lesions form in skin folds.

• Erythrodermic Psoriasis: Severe itching, widespread redness, and pain are the signs and symptoms of this form of psoriasis.

Regardless of the form, discomfort is usually caused by psoriasis. The skin may crack and bleed, and the skin often itches. In people with severe psoriasis, the pain can make everyday tasks difficult, and discomfort and itching may keep them awakened at nights.

People with psoriasis often experience remissions and flares throughout their lives. Lifelong therapy is usually required for controlling the signs and symptoms.