In-Office Treatment

Eczema & Psoriasis Treatment

Eczema and psoriasis are both chronic, inflammatory skin conditions that flare and subside over time — and they're commonly confused with each other. Our dermatology professionals diagnose which one you actually have and build a treatment plan around it, from topical therapies to modern biologics.

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Treatment at a Glance

39M

Americans with eczema or psoriasis

90%+

Patients improved with proper treatment

Biologics Available Phototherapy Insurance Accepted All Ages

Dermatology Professionals

Multiple FL Locations

Insurance May Apply

New & Established Patients

Getting the Diagnosis Right

Eczema and Psoriasis Are Often Confused — With Good Reason

Both cause red, itchy, inflamed patches of skin, and it's genuinely hard to tell them apart without training. Eczema tends to look dry and weepy and favors the creases of the elbows and knees; psoriasis typically has thicker, well-defined patches with silvery scale and favors the outer elbows, knees, and scalp. Getting the diagnosis right matters, because the two conditions are treated differently.

Treatment Options

From Topicals to Biologics

For eczema, treatment centers on barrier repair — moisturizers, topical steroids, non-steroidal options like tacrolimus or crisaborole, and biologics like dupilumab for moderate-to-severe cases. For psoriasis, options include topical treatments, phototherapy, and biologics that target the immune system directly, often achieving dramatic, sustained clearance. Your provider builds your plan around your specific diagnosis and severity.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have eczema or psoriasis?

Eczema tends to look red and dry and favors the creases of the elbows and knees, while psoriasis has thicker, well-defined patches with silvery scale and favors the outer elbows, knees, and scalp. A dermatology professional can typically diagnose which one you have on examination.

Can you have both eczema and psoriasis?

Yes, though it's less common than having just one. This is part of why a professional diagnosis matters, especially if a treatment you've tried isn't helping.

Are eczema and psoriasis curable?

Neither has a cure currently, but both are very manageable — most patients achieve excellent control with the right treatment plan, including biologics for more severe cases.

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