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Treatment for Psoriasis: How Fast Will I See Results?
Dermatologist Lindsey Bordone, MD, explains the different types of psoriasis treatment and how long it takes to see results.
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on May 31, 2023If you’ve been struggling with psoriasis symptoms for a while, you might be eager to see results from your new treatment. You might analyze your plaques every day, trying to see if they’re starting to go away. Should you be concerned if you’re not seeing improvement by day 11?
If you’ve given your treatment the recommended trial period and you’re not seeing results, you should talk to your doctor. Finding a treatment that works can reduce symptoms, improve self-esteem and quality of life, and reduce your risk of complications.
Additional Medical Contributors
- Lindsey Bordone, MDLindsey Bordone, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
References
National Psoriasis Foundation. (2022). Biologics.
National Psoriasis Foundation. (2022). Oral treatments.
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UpToDate. (2023). Treatment of psoriasis in adults.
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