Definitions

1. noun

A chronic skin condition characterized by red, itchy, scaly patches, often triggered by stress, genetics, or immune system dysfunction.

“Her doctor diagnosed her with psoriasis after examining her skin lesions.”

2. noun

A type of skin disease caused by an abnormal immune response, resulting in thickened, scaly skin patches.

“Psoriasis is a common autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide.”