1. Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease characterized by well-defined, red, scaly plaques located over extensor surfaces and scalp. 2. It has a genetic predisposition and can be triggered by environmental factors such as trauma, infection, drugs, and stress. 3. Treatment involves topical therapies for mild disease and systemic therapies such as phototherapy, retinoids, methotrexate, and biological agents for more severe disease.