Summary:
- Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells.
- Advanced treatments for psoriasis, such as biologics and JAK inhibitors, can sometimes lead to paradoxical reactions, where the treatment actually worsens the condition instead of improving it.
- Paradoxical reactions are uncommon but can be challenging to manage. Patients should work closely with their dermatologist to monitor for any unexpected changes in their condition when trying new psoriasis treatments.