Expert Advice: Does anyone die from psoriasis?
Steven Feldman, MD, PhD, is a professor of pathology and dermatology at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C.
Getty ImagesQ: How severe can my psoriasis become if I dont get treated? Does anyone die from it?
A: Dying from psoriasis is rare—very rare—nowadays. And I believe that most times psoriasis doesnt get worse. Early treatment of the skin disease isnt critical for preventing progression of the disease. So if there are just a couple spots and they arent bothersome, then treatment may not be needed. But if the lesions are bothersome, there are many good treatments available to help control the condition.