Health Tip: Manage Psoriasis

(HealthDay News) — Managing psoriasis means learning all you can about the condition, the American Academy of Dermatology says.

The group suggests:

Learn as much as you can about psoriasis, including how best to treat it and potential triggers to avoid.
Exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, maintain a healthy weight, and avoid smoking and drinking.
Understand your risk of developing psoriatic arthritis, and alert your doctor to the first signs of joint stiffness or discomfort.
Check your fingernails for signs of psoriatic arthritis, which may include separation, pitting and discoloration.