What do you do when you've experienced a condition that impacts your skin? The what's what on psoriasisDr. Lovegrove describes psoriasis as an immune-mediated inflammatory condition that impacts the skin. Other symptoms can include itchy and painful skin, nail abnormalities, scaly skin patches, and joint swelling, stiffness, or pain. "I wish people knew that it's kind of not just a skin condition, it's something that really impacts people's quality of life and overall health," she says. Visit Patient Voice and talk to your doctor.