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What is the definition of Plaque Psoriasis?
Plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis. Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder that affects the growth rate of skin cells. Plaque psoriasis causes raised, reddened dry skin patches with silvery scales that appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, trunk and back.
What are the symptoms of Plaque Psoriasis?
Plaque psoriasis appears in cycles, with periods of remission followed by flare-ups that can last from weeks to months. Symptoms of plaque psoriasis during flare-ups can include reddened, dry skin patches covered in thick silvery scales, usually on the elbows, arms, knees, abdomen, and back, that may cause itching, burning, or bleeding. The sizes of the psoriasis plaques can range from small spots to covering large areas of the body. Nearly half of patients with psoriasis also have abnormal, thickened nails that are pitted or ridged. Psoriasis can also affect the mouth or genitals.
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What are the current treatments for Plaque Psoriasis?
There is currently no cure for plaque psoriasis. Treatments for plaque psoriasis include topical therapy, such as corticosteroids, Vitamin D analogues, retinoids, calcineurin inhibitors, salicylic acid, coal tar, Goeckerman therapy, and anthralin; light therapy; other oral or injected medications; biologics; and alternative therapies.
Who are the top Plaque Psoriasis Local Doctors?
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Central Connecticut Dermatology PLLC

1 Willowbrook Rd Ste 2, 
Cromwell, CT 
860-322-2222
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Bruce Strober is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Cromwell, Connecticut. Dr. Strober is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Plaque Psoriasis, Pustular Psoriasis, and Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP). Dr. Strober is currently accepting new patients.

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James W. Baker MD LLC

9495 SW Locust St Ste A, 
Portland, OR 
503-445-2200
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Andrew Blauvelt is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Blauvelt is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Blauvelt is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Dermatology-Country Club

4618 Country Club Rd, 
Winston Salem, NC 
336-716-3926
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Steven Feldman is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Feldman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Plaque Psoriasis, Pustules, and Acne. Dr. Feldman is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Plaque Psoriasis Clinical Trials?
An Open-label Extension Study to Evaluate the Long-term Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of ORKA-001 in Participants With Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis
An Open-label Extension Study to Evaluate the Long-term Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of ORKA-001 in Participants With Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: September 04, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2

Summary: An open-label extension (OLE) study to evaluate the long-term safety and efficacy of ORKA-001 in adult participants with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, who previously participated in an Oruka Therapeutics sponsored study.

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A Phase 4, Prospective, Open-Label, Single Arm Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Tirzepatide After Initiation of Ixekizumab in Adult Participants With Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis and Obesity or Overweight in Clinical Practice
A Phase 4, Prospective, Open-Label, Single Arm Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Tirzepatide After Initiation of Ixekizumab in Adult Participants With Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis and Obesity or Overweight in Clinical Practice
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: September 04, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 4

Summary: The main purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of adding tirzepatide to ixekizumab therapy in standard clinical practice in participants with moderate-to-severe plaque PsO and obesity or overweight with at least 1 weight-related comorbidity. The study will last up to 12 months.

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