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GlossaryPsoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI)

tool measuring psoriasis severity and affected body area

The Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) is a tool used by healthcare professionals to measure the severity and extent of psoriasis, a chronic skin condition. It combines the assessment of the redness, thickness, and scaling of the skin lesions with the percentage of body surface area affected, providing a score that helps guide treatment decisions and monitor disease progression.

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research New Topical Treatment for Psoriasis

July 2023 in “Journal of exploratory research in pharmacology”

A new psoriasis lotion called "Psorisbye" improved symptoms in a patient within one week.

research CGF Therapy: Bridging Androgenetic Alopecia Observations to Psoriasis Treatment via IL-17 Pathway

October 2024 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy”

CGF therapy may effectively treat psoriasis by reducing inflammation.

research Management of Ekakustha (Plaque Psoriasis) Through Integrated Shodhana and Shamana Chikitsa: A Single Case Study

January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

An integrated treatment approach effectively managed plaque psoriasis, leading to complete symptom resolution and hair regrowth.

Efficacy and Safety of Topical Rosuvastatin and Melatonin vs. Placebo in Patients with Mild to Moderate Plaque Psoriasis: A Preliminary Randomized Double-Blinded Clinical Trial

research Efficacy and Safety of Topical Rosuvastatin and Melatonin vs. Placebo in Patients with Mild to Moderate Plaque Psoriasis: A Preliminary Randomized Double-Blinded Clinical Trial

1 citations , April 2024 in “Skin research and technology”

Topical rosuvastatin and melatonin creams significantly reduce psoriasis severity and are safe.

research Management of Ekakustha (Plaque Psoriasis) Through Integrated Shodhana and Shamana Chikitsa: A Single Case Study

January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

An integrated treatment approach effectively managed plaque psoriasis, leading to complete symptom resolution and hair regrowth.

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