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Psoriasis affects more than 5% of the population, yet is an often misunderstood skin condition. The scaly red patches may come and go, but the causes of psoriasis – a bothersome condition – can be anything ranging from heredity to a flare-up of another condition that allows psoriasis to happen.

Dr. Joel Schlessinger, a board-certified dermatologist at Schlessinger MD in Omaha, Nebraska can assess your skincare concerns and provide options for the treatment of psoriasis. Dr. Schlessinger has been involved in clinical research on psoriasis since 1997 and has worked to develop nearly every new psoriasis drug available, including Otezla, Humira, Enbrel, Skyrizi, Cosentyx and many others. He has the medical background to look at all aspects of this condition and work for solutions that will result in quick improvement.

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★★★★★

My plaque psoriasis is 97% cleared up and I am so thankful. Extremely good care. Every employee is kind, compassionate and professional.

– Cinderella M.

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Your commonly asked questions answered.

Psoriasis (pronounced sore-EYE-uh-sis) is a long-lasting skin disease in which the skin becomes inflamed, with red, thickened areas and silvery scales, most often on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. It’s the most common autoimmune disease in the United States, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation, and affects more than 7 million Americans.

Psoriasis is a condition that you could inherit because of your genetics. Certain triggers could then set off the autoimmune response in your body. These triggers in your lifestyle or environment might be infections, stress, diet, allergies, certain medications, or injuries to the skin.

You may never know for sure what has caused your psoriasis or what triggers flare-ups, but Dr. Schlessinger can carefully analyze your skin to ascertain an appropriate treatment option that can help.

Since there are many factors that can trigger psoriasis, a customized approach is needed for each individual patient. Dr. Schlessinger may employ the use of laser light therapy (excimer laser), biologic medications and injections, topical creams that may contain steroids, and other types of medication that can help soothe the inflamed skin. He might also suggest using certain shampoos and moisturizers along with the prescribed treatment for even better results.

There are incredibly effective treatments for psoriasis, most of which Dr. Schlessinger helped personally to develop. Additionally, Dr. Schlessinger’s office is constantly working on new clinical research in this area and has an active clinical trials division that can offer the newest, state-of-the-art treatments long before they are publicly available.

‘I have been privileged to see the major changes in treatment options for psoriasis and been involved in the research on it. I love the changes that can be made in patients’ lives when the right treatment is initiated.’

Are you eligible to participate in a clinical trial to test a new treatment for psoriasis?

At the Schlessinger MD Skin Research Center located with Schlessinger MD in Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Schlessinger and his clinical staff conduct research studies to test new medications for skin conditions.

He has conducted clinical research involving medications and treatments for acne, and clinical studies are ongoing in the clinic on acne. These innovative treatments are only available in a select group of clinics in the U.S. and available at no cost to study participants.

If you are eligible to participate in a clinical trial of new medications, Dr. Schlessinger can advise you when he sees you during an appointment.

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At Schlessinger MD our skin experts specialize in various treatments because we believe that everyone can have healthy skin. Joel Schlessinger, MD is a highly skilled and experienced board-certified dermatologist, recognized as the Best Dermatologist and Cosmetic Surgeon in Omaha since 2000. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the best results and experience possible. Contact Schlessinger MD today or book your acne appointment online now using our booking tool.

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