Psoriasis
As a Noun
- A chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin.
- An autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, leading to rapid skin cell buildup.
- A non-contagious disorder that can cause itching, pain, and inflammation.
As Other Form
- Psoriatic (Adjective): Relating to or affected by psoriasis.
Word History
The word psoriasis comes from the Greek psōriasis, derived from psōra, meaning “itch” or “scaly condition.” It was first recognized as a distinct medical condition in ancient times, though modern understanding of its autoimmune nature developed much later.
Examples
- Psoriasis can appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and other parts of the body. (Noun)
- She was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, a condition linked to psoriasis. (Adjective)
- Many treatments exist to help manage psoriasis symptoms. (Noun)
- His psoriasis worsened during the winter due to dry air. (Noun)
Synonyms
Skin disease, dermatitis, eczema (though different), autoimmune disorder
Related Words
Inflammation, rash, scaling, chronic condition
Antonyms
(None, as psoriasis is a medical condition rather than an opposite concept.)
