Kim Kardashian Has Psoriasis: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment

Kim Kardashian-West has had enough of her psoriasis, but it appears that the skin disease has no plans of staying under, with the reality star recently being spotted with traces of breakouts on her face. Reporters were quick to write it off as a “bad skin day” but Kardashian herself tweeted shortly after with a cry-face emoji that it’s back.

The celebrity was seen going out to lunch in Los Angeles with Scott Disick and sister Kourtney Kardashian wearing an all-black ensemble and dark shades. What was particularly noticeable about her look were the rashes spread all over her face. Kim having psoriasis is not fresh news. The last time the star gave an update about it was in December 2018, when she said it has spread so much that she already needs medication.

Psoriasis is not contagious, although the rashes can be itchy, sometimes painful, and unsightly. This autoimmune condition is typically characterized by red patches that turn scaly and rough, and it can appear on different parts of the body. It also has no cure and the only way to keep it controlled is through proper management.

Kardashian-West told People previously that she has been undergoing light therapy that successfully curbed 60 percent of her symptoms. This disease is typically inherited and such is the case for Kardashian-West, as her mother Kris Jenner also has it. Other Hollywood celebrities who also live with psoriasis include Cara Delevingne, Cyndi Lauper, LeeAn Rimes, Eli Roth and Jon Lovitz.

Treatment for mild psoriasis, covering less than 3 percent of the body, is via topical creams, moisturizers and shampoos. Meanwhile, moderate to severe psoriasis, covering more than 3 percent of the body, may require a combination of strategies that include phototherapy, systemic medications and total lifestyle shifts.

Perhaps the most important thing to note about psoriasis is that it is a skin condition that can certainly be managed, even if some are more severe and apparent. Living with psoriasis is as much as personal as it is a household effort, so that family members can help contribute to an environment that will minimize triggers.