Plaques
Raised, scaly, thickened skin patches most commonly associated with psoriasis. Can also appear in eczema, lichen planus, or fungal infections. Often chronic and requiring a long-term management strategy.
Quick answer
Skin plaques in psoriasis are driven by immune dysregulation and chronic inflammation. Holistic approaches address dietary triggers, stress, gut health, and anti-inflammatory nutrition alongside topical and medical management — with the strongest evidence in combination approaches.
Recognition
Do any of these feel familiar?
Raised, thickened patches of skin with a silvery or scaly surface
Patches that may itch, burn, or crack
Most commonly appearing on elbows, knees, scalp, or lower back
Skin that bleeds when scales are removed
Flares triggered by stress, illness, certain medications, or environmental factors
What is Plaques?
Raised, scaly, thickened skin patches most commonly associated with psoriasis. Can also appear in eczema, lichen planus, or fungal infections. Often chronic and requiring a long-term management strategy.
Approaches Commonly Explored
Commonly explored for conditions related to Plaques, grouped by mechanism — select your subtype above to highlight the most relevant path.
How to use these approaches
Most people begin with Stabilise approaches, then progress toward Resolve and Sustain.
Systemic or neuroinflammation and immune dysregulation.
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