what psoriasis looks like
Psoriasis starts as small red bumps, which enlarge and become scaly. The skin appears thick, but bleeds easily if the scales are picked or rubbed off. In addition, the rash may produce: 1  Itching. 2  Pitted, cracked, crumbly or loose nails.
How to recognize inverse psoriasis: 1  Red and inflamed plaques that only occur in skin folds â armpits, in the genital area, between the buttocks, and under the breasts. 2  Scale usually does not form, and the lesions are shiny and smooth. 3  Skin very tender. 4  Lesion easily irritated, especially by rubbing and perspiration.