Like the word gingivitis in the dental word, the word psoriasis is known to most people from the world of advertising. And as Listerine was the advertiser enlightening the public to the word gingivitis, Head & Shoulders dandruff shampoo has brought psoriasis into the public vocabulary. Psoriasis is a skin condition that is known more for its potential embarrassment of…
August is Psoriasis Awareness month! It’s estimated that over 7.5 million Americans have psoriasis. While many people have heard about psoriasis, most have no idea what it is. Since August is Psoriasis Awareness Month, the team at Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery want to give you some information about this skin condition. What is it? Psoriasis is a skin…
August is Psoriasis Awareness Month. The Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery helps dispel misinformation, myths, and stigmas surrounding this skin condition. Seeing big red spots on your skin? It may be more serious than you think. It could be psoriasis, a skin condition that can be itchy, burning, and painful. “Most patients suffering from psoriasis feel self-conscious and embarrassed…
The National Psoriasis Foundation sponsors Psoriasis Awareness Month every August. This month-long initiative aims to not only raise awareness of psoriasis, but also educate the public, as well as dispel the misinformation, myths, and stigmas surrounding the disease. The Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery’s Dr. Bernard Gasch takes a moment to discuss this widespread and sometimes debilitating skin condition.…
