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The image you provided shows a well-defined, raised, scaly, red plaque with white, silvery scales, commonly found on elbows, knees, or scalp. This is characteristic of plaque psoriasis, but other possibilities exist.

Possible Diagnoses and Likelihoods:

  1. Plaque Psoriasis – 80%

    • Chronic autoimmune condition.

    • Red plaques with silvery-white scale.

    • Common on extensor surfaces (elbows, knees, scalp).

    • Usually not very itchy, but can be.

  2. Tinea Corporis (Ringworm) – 10%

    • Fungal infection, usually round with a clearer center and active outer edge.

    • Itchier than psoriasis, and typically responds to antifungal treatments.

  3. Nummular Eczema – 7%

    • Coin-shaped patches that are scaly and itchy.

    • Less sharply demarcated compared to psoriasis.

  4. Lichen Simplex Chronicus – 3%

    • Result of chronic scratching; thickened, scaly plaque.

Suggested Remedies for Plaque Psoriasis:

🧴 Topical Treatments (Mild to Moderate Cases):

  • Corticosteroids (e.g., betamethasone, clobetasol):

    • Apply thin layer once or twice daily to active lesions.

  • Vitamin D analogs (e.g., calcipotriol/calcitriol):

    • Helps slow skin cell turnover.

  • Coal tar preparations:

    • Reduce scaling and inflammation (available OTC).

☀️ Lifestyle & General Measures:

  • Moisturize daily:

    • Use thick emollients to prevent dryness and reduce flare-ups.

  • Avoid triggers:

    • Stress, smoking, infections, alcohol, and skin trauma can worsen psoriasis.

  • Sunlight therapy:

    • Moderate sun exposure helps (UVB light), but avoid sunburn.

💊 For Moderate to Severe Cases:

  • Prescription treatments may include:

    • Phototherapy (UVB/NB-UVB)

    • Oral immunosuppressants: methotrexate, cyclosporine

    • Biologic injections: adalimumab, secukinumab, etc.

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