Visual Diagnosis of Psoriasis

1. Plaque Psoriasis

The most prevalent form of psoriasis is characterized by patches of red, inflamed skin with a buildup of dead skin.

2. Guttate Psoriasis

Guttate psoriasis exhibits itself with small, red, scaly spots that usually show up in the arms, legs, and middle of the body.

3. Inverse Psoriasis

Inverse psoriasis affects the parts of your body that have folds, including the armpits, genitals, buttocks, and breasts.

4. Pustular Psoriasis

Being the least common form of psoriasis, pustular psoriasis often appears as raised bumps filled with pus. 

5. Erythrodermic Psoriasis

While not as common as the other forms of psoriasis, erythrodermic is the most inflammatory kind and can exhibit itself on any part of the body.

6. Nail Psoriasis

Affecting the fingernails and toenails, nail psoriasis is often the result of other forms of psoriasis. 

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