Health Blog — Psoriasis

Dandruff and scalp psoriasis can look strangely similar, but they come from completely different causes. Here's how to tell them apart, manage flare-ups, and know when it's time to see a doctor.

There are several skin conditions that can cause mild to severe itching. Skin conditions that are commonly associated with itchiness include: eczema, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, dry skin, athletes foot, jock itch and more. 

Psoriasis is often misunderstood ad a simple skin issue, but it involves far more than what appears on the surface. Understanding what's really happening changes everything.

Psoriasis is a chronic disease of the immune system and can be very debilitating when cells build up on the surface of the skin, leading to thick and red scaly patches.  These patches can be both itchy and painful.  Find out more about what you can do to help...

Nail fungus thrives in warm, sweaty environments, just like the inside of your favorite shoes. And when you spot a yellow or white mark on your nail and ignore it? You’re giving it exactly what it wants.

Studies have pointed to the fact that those who spend time gardening may well have better brain function in later life than those who do not...

And if they sniff some Rosemary while out in their garden every day, they give their brain an additional boost!  

Psoriasis on the scalp is a common place where this skin condition can occur.  We share the symptoms along with information on how to help.