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Health Encyclopedia: Psoriasis Diagnosis
Diagnosis
A microscopic examination of tissue taken from the affected skin patch is required to make a definitive diagnosis of psoriasis and to distinguish it from other skin disorders. Usually in psoriasis, the examination will show a large number of dry skin cells, but without many signs of inflammation or infection. Changes in the nails typical of psoriasis are often strong indicators of psoriasis.
Ruling Out Other Conditions
Distinguishing Psoriasis Patches from Other Disorders. Several conditi...
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Psoriasis: References
ReferencesGelfand JM, Neimann AL, Shin DB, et al. Risk of myocardial infarction in patients with psoriasis. JAMA. 2006 Oct 11;296(14):1735-41.U.S. Food and Drug Administration. CDER Drug and Biologic... Read more »Pneumonia: Causes
...People with active symptoms of illness are clearly contagious. It is not known, however, how early contagion begins before symptoms appear, or how long contagion might linger after the symptoms... Read more »Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Diagnosis
No single test can confirm or rule out SLE. A number of tests are required before SLE can be diagnosed definitively. The first symptoms of SLE can resemble one of many syndromes or... Read more »Wrinkle Prevention
PreventionThe best long-term prevention for overly wrinkled skin is a healthy lifestyle:Eat Healthy. A diet with plenty of whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, and the use of healthy oils (such... Read more »Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers: Prevention
PreventionAustralia and Scotland have reported improved survival rates from melanoma after aggressive detection and prevention programs were started. In addition to encouraging regular... Read more »
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