Is that itchy rash inverse psoriasis?

How to recognize inverse psoriasis

You will know how to recognize inverse psoriasis because it appears as an itchy red rash that appear in skin folds. Inverse psoriasis does not usually occur on exposed skin areas. It generally manifests as an armpit rash, an itchy rash in the groin, A red rash under the breasts and in other flexion areas where skin folds and moisture accumulates. In some cases this rash also occurs in the areas around genitals and buttocks and for this reason it is some times also known as skin fold psoriasis or genital psoriasis. It can be difficult to clear up because it is caused by the body and not some fungal infection. Having the right information about this skin condition might be your only hope.

Inverse psoriasis is also called Flexural Psoriasis and is not a very common type of psoriasis. Inverse psoriasis is a rare form of psoriasis and affects between 2-6% of those who are suffering from psoriasis.

The best way to recognize inverse psoriasis is by inflamed, bright red yet soft patches of skin that may be very painful and itchy. Scratching it allows some relief but it become painful later. In the red rash of inverse psoriasis, scales usually do not form like in plaque psoriasis. The lesions are gleaming, soft and smooth. The affected areas are sensitive and can be easily irritated through adjoining skin friction to the patches or due to sweating in these areas.

Sometimes you can recognize inverse psoriasis because the skin will crack and ooze where the skin folds. Another way to recognize inverse psoriasis is the color of the patches. They look like bright red splotches that become soft when soaked in water. People often confuse inverse flexural psoriasis with a fungal infection. They often use anti-fungal treatments on their rash that only makes the rash burn and itch worse. One of the most effective ways to soothe this is to use a medicated wash like Pyrithione Zinc Soap.

Possible causes of inverse psoriasis

One cause of inverse psoriasis may be overgrowth of yeast especially when you have a genital rash. It has high sensitivity to friction and/or sweating and activities like working out or sports may cause your red skin rash to look like it’s bruised and painful. In inverse psoriasis, the cracking skin is further intensified by the sweat and skin rubbing together in folding of the skin. Inverse psoriasis is more frequent and common in people who are overweight to the point they have many skin folds. Inverse psoriasis occurs in some of the most sensitive areas of the body where treatment can be a challenge.

There is hope!

Unfortunately, psoriasis is a life-long affliction for many people who don’t know how to treat it. I can lead to a debilitating form of arthritis known as psoriatic arthritis and many other health problems. You owe it to yourself once you recognize inverse psoriasis to learn a new way to treat psoriasis that is permanent, really works, and will end the needless suffering cause by your underarm itching or genital itching.