DERMATOLOGY UPDATE Presented by Todd T. Davis, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist AVOIDING PSORIASIS TRIGGERS Affecting about 2% of the U.S. population, psoriasis is among the most common skin conditions. It occurs when the immune system the risk of experiencing them can be lessened. causes certain areas of skin to produce new cells more rapidly than ving with chronic skin conditions, such as psoriasis, can cause normal, leading to skin thickening and scaling. While the underlying disruption to day-to-day activities. Depending on the type and cause may be genetic, there are certain triggers that lead to flare- severity of psoriasis, patients may require the expertise of a medical ups, which should be avoided. Chief among these triggers is stress, which causes the body to release chemicals that increase the condition. ELMHURST DERMATOLOGY provides patients with inflammatory response. Psoriasis tends to worsen with weight gain, the highest level of care and dedication to effectively treating skin certain medications (., beta-blockers used to treat hypertension conditions. Please call 630-832-2111 to schedule an appointment, and lithium used to treat bipolar disorder), strep throat, skin injury, and see us at 103 N. Haven, Suite 7. We strive to provide the highest and respiratory infection. While flare-ups cannot be totally avoided, quality care to our patients. professional to help alleviate the symptoms and effects of the skin Your skin specialist, dedicated to providing expert Our practice is located at 103 N. Haven Rd., Suite 7, Elmhurst, ILare of all disorders of the skin, hair, and nails. We accept most medical insurance, Visa, and MasterCard. Todd T. Davis, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist ELMHURST DERMATOLOGY Todd T.Di M PS. The goal of psoriasis treatment is to reduce it to 1 % of the patient's body (a size equal to the front of the hand) within three months or less. www.elmhurstdermatology.com DERMATOLOGY UPDATE Presented by Todd T. Davis, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist AVOIDING PSORIASIS TRIGGERS Affecting about 2% of the U.S. population, psoriasis is among the most common skin conditions. It occurs when the immune system the risk of experiencing them can be lessened. causes certain areas of skin to produce new cells more rapidly than ving with chronic skin conditions, such as psoriasis, can cause normal, leading to skin thickening and scaling. While the underlying disruption to day-to-day activities. Depending on the type and cause may be genetic, there are certain triggers that lead to flare- severity of psoriasis, patients may require the expertise of a medical ups, which should be avoided. Chief among these triggers is stress, which causes the body to release chemicals that increase the condition. ELMHURST DERMATOLOGY provides patients with inflammatory response. Psoriasis tends to worsen with weight gain, the highest level of care and dedication to effectively treating skin certain medications (., beta-blockers used to treat hypertension conditions. Please call 630-832-2111 to schedule an appointment, and lithium used to treat bipolar disorder), strep throat, skin injury, and see us at 103 N. Haven, Suite 7. We strive to provide the highest and respiratory infection. While flare-ups cannot be totally avoided, quality care to our patients. professional to help alleviate the symptoms and effects of the skin Your skin specialist, dedicated to providing expert Our practice is located at 103 N. Haven Rd., Suite 7, Elmhurst, ILare of all disorders of the skin, hair, and nails. We accept most medical insurance, Visa, and MasterCard. Todd T. Davis, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist ELMHURST DERMATOLOGY Todd T.Di M PS. The goal of psoriasis treatment is to reduce it to 1 % of the patient's body (a size equal to the front of the hand) within three months or less. www.elmhurstdermatology.com