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What Does Elbow Psoriasis Look Like?
Elbow psoriasis looks like plaque psoriasis that occurs on other areas of the body.
How Do I Get Rid of Psoriasis on My Elbows?
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There are severaloptions for treating elbow psoriasis.
Your dermatologist will narrow down which are likely to be most effective and safest for you.
Treatments for elbow psoriasis include:
You may need to experiment with some different options before finding what works.
Avoid Irritating Elbow Skin
Having elbow psoriasis can present its own unique set of challenges.
Elbow psoriasis can cause red, itchy, scaly plaques, some of which may crack or bleed.
These may appear on one or both elbows.
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