The Clinic for Dermatology & Wellness
2924 Siskiyou Blvd, Suite 200
Medford, OR 97504
Phone: (541) 200-2777
Fax: (541) 214-2575
Tuesday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The Annex at the Clinic
2937 Siskiyou Blvd, Suite 1
Medford, OR 97504
Phone: (541) 200-2777
Fax: (541) 214-2575
Tuesday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Red patches, itchiness, scales, and irritation can keep you from living your most comfortable and confident life. Fortunately, relief is possible with psoriasis treatment at our Medford, OR, dermatology practice serving Grants Pass, Ashland, and the Northern CA counties.
Our board-certified dermatologists have extensive experience treating psoriasis and similar conditions. You have years of expertise on your side as you explore ways to limit flare-ups, minimize your symptoms, and soothe your skin.
Psoriasis is a skin condition in which cells turn over at a higher-than-normal rate, causing scales and red patches. It is chronic, noncontagious, and thought to be related to the immune system.
There are several types of psoriasis, including:
Psoriasis is also associated with psoriatic arthritis, which causes swollen and painful joints.
Common symptoms include:
Many people experience psoriasis in cycles with sporadic flare-ups of their symptoms.
While psoriasis is believed to be caused by both genetic and environmental factors, it is often triggered by an outside event, such as:
Many people go without symptoms for years before experiencing a flare-up.
When you visit a dermatologist for psoriasis, they will start by examining your symptoms and discussing your skin’s history. You may have a biopsy performed to confirm whether you have psoriasis or another condition.
While psoriasis is chronic and incurable, proper treatment can reduce the severity and frequency of your flare-ups. The best approach is typically to start with milder therapies such as topical products and light therapy before advancing to other medications as needed.
Topical products that may relieve your symptoms include:
Your dermatologist will recommend the best product for you based on your symptoms and the type of psoriasis you are experiencing.
Sunlight, UVA or UVB treatments, and other forms of photodynamic therapy can relieve symptoms both in the short term and long term with regular maintenance.
Your dermatologist may recommend oral or injectable medications to relieve inflammation, temporarily suppress your immune system, or disrupt the disease cycle to minimize your symptoms.
Most major insurance carriers do cover certain forms of psoriasis treatment. We will discuss any expected costs with you as we develop your personalized treatment plan.
If you’re dealing with symptoms of psoriasis, know you’re not alone. You have an experienced team of board-certified dermatologists on your side who are ready to help you enjoy your best skin and your best life. To get started, please book online or call (541) 200-2777. We welcome people seeking psoriasis treatment from throughout Southern Oregon and Northern California.
