Psoriasis Tracker: Log Plaques, Triggers & Treatments
Use ScanSkinAI's dedicated psoriasis tracking tool to monitor plaque changes, identify triggers, track treatment effectiveness, and generate detailed reports for dermatology appointments.
What to Track for Psoriasis
Effective psoriasis management requires tracking plaque changes and symptom severity. Here are the key items to monitor:
Plaque Characteristics
- • Plaque size and count
- • Scaling level (silvery/white)
- • Redness intensity
- • Plaque thickness
- • Border definition
Common Affected Areas
- • Scalp
- • Elbows
- • Knees
- • Lower back
- • Nails
Symptoms & Impact
- • Itch intensity
- • Pain or burning sensation
- • Skin cracks/bleeding
- • Joint pain or stiffness
- • Quality of life impact
Common Psoriasis Triggers
Identifying your triggers is crucial for preventing flare-ups. Use our tracker to log these common triggers:
Stress & Emotions
Weather & Health
Lifestyle
Treatments to Track
Topical Treatments
- • Steroid creams
- • Vitamin D analogues
- • Coal tar preparations
- • Moisturizers
Phototherapy
- • UVB therapy
- • PUVA therapy
- • Session count
- • Treatment response
Systemic Treatments
- • Methotrexate
- • Cyclosporine
- • Acitretin
- • Apremilast
Biologics
- • TNF inhibitors
- • IL-17 inhibitors
- • IL-23 inhibitors
- • Injection schedule
Trend Signals & Flare Cycles
Long-term tracking can reveal patterns in psoriasis flares, helping you predict and prevent episodes:
- Seasonal patterns (winter worsening)
- Timing between stress events and flares
- Time to improvement after starting treatment
- Flare frequency and duration trends
Smart Trend Analysis
AI identifies your flare patterns
When to Seek Medical Care
Consult a dermatologist if you experience:
- Pustular psoriasis (pus-filled bumps)
- Joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
- Erythrodermic psoriasis (widespread redness)
- No improvement after 4-8 weeks of treatment
- Symptoms severely affecting sleep or daily life
- Fever or feeling unwell
Psoriasis Tracking FAQs
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Start Tracking Your Psoriasis
Use ScanSkinAI's free psoriasis tracker to better understand and manage your psoriasis. Identify triggers, monitor treatment effectiveness, and prepare for dermatology appointments.