What is another word for psoriasis?
Pronunciation: [sˈɔːɹɪˌasiz] (IPA) 
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that causes an overproduction of skin cells. There are several synonyms for the word psoriasis, including plaque psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, nail psoriasis, pustular psoriasis, and erythrodermic psoriasis. Plaque psoriasis, the most common type, produces raised, red patches covered with silvery-white scales on the skin. Guttate psoriasis appears as small, dot-like lesions on the skin. Inverse psoriasis affects skin folds like the armpits and groin. Nail psoriasis can cause nails to become thickened and pitted. Pustular psoriasis produces painful, pus-filled blisters on the skin. Erythrodermic psoriasis is rare but severe and can cause scaling of the entire body surface.
