psoriatic

/ˌsɔriˈætɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or affected by psoriasis, a skin condition that causes red, itchy, scaly patches.
    • The doctor prescribed a cream for her psoriatic patches.
    • Psoriatic flare-ups can be triggered by stress or infection.
    • He has psoriatic symptoms on his elbows and knees.
noun
  1. A person who has psoriasis.
    • The support group is for psoriatics and their families.
    • As a psoriatic, she avoids harsh soaps that irritate her skin.
    • Many psoriatics find relief with new biologic medications.
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