Treating face psoriasis can be challenging because the skin is very sensitive.
However, its not common to have psoriasis only on the face.
It also goes over what causes facial psoriasis and how it can be treated.
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What Does Psoriasis on the Face Look Like?
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Psoriasis causes small, red bumps that grow into red or pink sores on the face.
The affectedskin is often painfuland itchy.
Hairline Psoriasis
Around half of people with psoriasis havescalp psoriasis, which can include the upper forehead.
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Scalp and hairline psoriasis can be mild and may look like fine flakes of dandruff.
Some people get severe psoriasis with thick plaques covering the hairline and behind the ears.
The plaques can be greasy and yellow-colored.
Sebo-Psoriasis
Sebo-psoriasisis a combination of facial psoriasis andseborrheic dermatitis.
Sebo-psoriasis causes thin, pink plaques on the face that can be covered in greasy, yellow scales.
Vision Issues
Psoriasis around the eyes is rare.
It may cause dry, red patches of skin.
Facial psoriasis thats too close to the eyes can cause pain or impaired vision.
Its very rare to get psoriasis inside your nose, but it can happen.
Hearing Trouble
Facial psoriasis can affect the inner and outer ears.
The symptoms include redness, itching, and patches of scaly skin on the ears.
When scales build up inside the ear, it can lead to temporary hearing loss.
However, never attempt to push or remove the scales from your ears yourself.
Only your provider should treat psoriasis plaques in your ears.
You may have redness, burning pain, and bleeding along the gums, tongue, or inner cheeks.
The symptoms can make it hard to eat and drink.
Mouth psoriasis usually needs to be treated by both your dermatologist and your dentist.
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition thatcausesinflammation.
With psoriasis, the skin cells grow too fast and pile up.
It’s not totally understood why some people get psoriasis.
Your provider may suggest several treatments, including topical medications, oral prescriptions,phototherapy, and immune therapies.
Skincare
Your skincare routine will be an important part of managing facial psoriasis.
Summary
Facial psoriasis can affect different parts of your head, including your scalp and ears.
Its less common, but some people have psoriasis in their mouth or near their eyes.
Facial psoriasis can be hard to treat because the skin of the face is very sensitive.
Your dermatologist will help you figure out the best way to treat psoriasis on your face.
You may need a combination of at-home, OTC, and prescription therapies to manage the condition.
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