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EA90.0 category

Plaque psoriasis

Definition

The commonest form of psoriasis, which manifests as well-defined red, scaly plaques on the skin. Typical sites of initial involvement are the scalp, the extensor surfaces of the elbows and knees, the lower back and the shins. In severe disease a majority of the skin surface may be involved.

Also indexed as

Chronic plaque psoriasisChronic small plaque psoriasisDiscoid psoriasisMild plaque psoriasisModerate plaque psoriasisNummular psoriasisPlaque psoriasisPsoriasis vulgarisSevere plaque psoriasis

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