Medical Dermatology

psoriasis Treatment in Lynchburg, VA

Personalized psoriasis treatment in Lynchburg, VA, designed to help reduce scaling, calm inflammation, manage flare-ups, and support healthier, more comfortable skin.

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Personalized Care for Itchy, Scaly, and
Inflamed Skin

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that can cause red, scaly, itchy, painful, or irritated patches of skin. For some patients, psoriasis appears in small areas. For others, it can become more widespread and affect daily comfort, confidence, sleep, and overall quality of life.

At Seven Hills Dermatology, we provide personalized psoriasis treatment in Lynchburg, VA for patients dealing with ongoing flare-ups, thickened plaques, scaling, itching, or irritation. Our dermatology team can evaluate your skin, help identify the type of psoriasis you have, and recommend a treatment plan designed to reduce inflammation, manage symptoms, and support long-term skin health.

What Causes Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is related to an overactive immune response that causes skin cells to build up too quickly. Instead of shedding normally, these skin cells collect on the surface of the skin and form thick, scaly patches.

Psoriasis can be influenced by several triggers and contributing factors, including:

Family history
Immune system activity
Stress
Skin injuries or irritation
Infections
Cold or dry weather
Certain medications
Smoking
Alcohol use
Hormonal changes
Other health conditions

Because psoriasis can look similar to eczema, dermatitis, fungal infections, or other skin conditions, it is important to have your skin evaluated by a dermatologist. The right diagnosis can help guide treatment and reduce the risk of unnecessary irritation from products that may not be right for your skin.

Types of Psoriasis We Treat

Psoriasis can appear in different forms and on different areas of the body. Some patients experience thick plaques, while others may have smaller spots, scalp symptoms, or irritation in skin folds.

Seven Hills Dermatology treats several types of psoriasis, including:

Plaque psoriasis
This is the most common type of psoriasis. It often appears as raised, red, scaly patches on the elbows, knees, scalp, back, or other areas of the body.

Scalp psoriasis
Psoriasis on the scalp can cause flaking, itching, redness, thick scale, or irritation. It may sometimes be mistaken for dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis.

Guttate psoriasis
This type may appear as small, drop-like spots on the skin, often after an infection or illness.

Inverse psoriasis
This type appears in skin folds, such as under the arms, under the breasts, around the groin, or between the buttocks. It may look smooth, red, irritated, or painful.

Nail psoriasis
Psoriasis can affect the fingernails or toenails, causing pitting, discoloration, thickening, lifting, or changes in nail texture.

Psoriatic arthritis concerns
Some patients with psoriasis may also experience joint pain, stiffness, or swelling. If these symptoms are present, your provider may recommend additional evaluation or coordination with another specialist.