Red, inflamed patches of skin
Thick, silvery-white scales on the skin
Dry, cracked skin that may bleed
Itching, burning, or soreness
Raised plaques that may be well-defined
Symptoms on elbows, knees, scalp, lower back, or nails
Pitted, discolored, or thickened nails
Skin flares that come and go
Family history of psoriasis
Joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
Symptoms that do not improve with typical moisturizer use
A dermatologist’s examination and diagnosis