psoriasis
part of speech
noun (psoriasis — uncountable)
meaning for a pupil
Psoriasis is a long-lasting skin condition that causes red, itchy, scaly patches, often on the elbows, knees and scalp. tree →
sense in the lessons
In health lessons, psoriasis happens when the body makes new skin cells too fast; it is not catching, so you cannot get it by touching someone. Doctors give creams and other treatments that help, but it can come and go. Being kind matters, because people with skin conditions may feel self-conscious. Common phrases: «have psoriasis», «psoriasis patches», «scalp psoriasis».
examples
- My uncle has psoriasis on his elbows. tree →
- Psoriasis is not contagious. tree →
- The cream helped calm her psoriasis. tree →
- Stress can make psoriasis flare up. tree →
- Psoriasis patches can be itchy and dry. tree →
- The doctor explained that psoriasis makes skin cells grow too fast. tree →
note
Uncountable. Spelling and sound trap: the p is silent — say suh-RYE-uh-sis. Myth: you cannot catch psoriasis, and it is not caused by being dirty. It is different from eczema, though both make skin itchy.
Trees and pragmatics
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