Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition where skin cells multiply too quickly, resulting in thickened, scaly plaques. While often labeled an "autoimmune" disorder, traditional perspectives view psoriasis as a complex imbalance involving poor detoxification, stagnation in elimination pathways, liver congestion, and unresolved emotional stress. The skin becomes a compensatory organ for waste release when the internal terrain is overloaded.

• Location of Symptom

  Common locations include the scalp, elbows, knees, back, and buttocks—but psoriasis can appear anywhere. In traditional frameworks, areas like the scalp and lower back may reflect internal pressure or tension, while joints may relate to lymphatic congestion or poor circulation. The symptom may shift locations depending on constitution, elimination patterns, or hormonal shifts.

• Physiological Breakdown

  Psoriasis happens when the skin cell life cycle speeds up drastically—what normally takes about 28–40 days happens in just 3–7 days. This leads to a pileup of immature skin cells on the surface. It's like rushing bread dough into the oven before it has time to rise—what comes out is dense and underdeveloped.

  Triggers such as a congested liver, gut permeability, infections, medications, or emotional stress can dysregulate immune signals and activate this process. The inflammation often starts internally and pushes outward—literally showing up on the skin when deeper elimination pathways are blocked or overwhelmed.

• Common Signs

  Silvery, scaly patches

  Raised, inflamed plaques

  Itching, tightness, or burning sensation

  Cracks in thickened skin

  May worsen with stress, winter, or certain foods

• Rudimentary Root Causes

  Liver congestion → metabolic waste offloaded through the skin

  Poor lymphatic drainage or chronic inflammation

  Gut dysbiosis or leaky gut → immune activation at skin level

  Emotional suppression or chronic stress → nervous system + liver stagnation

  Overuse of immunosuppressive drugs → rebound inflammation

  Phytoiatrogenic: Harsh "detoxes" or inappropriate elimination herbs

  Hormonal imbalances (e.g., estrogen dominance or androgens)

  Dietary triggers: gluten, dairy, sugar, nightshades

  Deficiency in essential fats (esp. omega-3), vitamin D, zinc

• Underlying Tissue States

  The following tissue states may represent underlying imbalances contributing to this symptom:

  Primary: Dry/Atrophy
  Secondary (commonly layered): Heat/Excitation + Wind/Tension

  Skin is dry and scaly, but underlying inflammation and immune hyperreactivity create visible redness and flare-ups. In some cases, emotional tension contributes to flares.

• Organ Systems Affected

  Integumentary, Immune, Liver, Digestive, Nervous, Lymphatic, Endocrine (indirect)

Is your elimination regular (bowel, urine, sweat)? Do certain foods, seasons, or emotions trigger flare-ups? Do you feel your body tends to hold on to stress or tension? Have you ever had unresolved strep or skin infections? Do you feel itchier after eating certain things? How often do you sweat? Are you taking immunosuppressive medications? Persistent or worsening psoriasis is a call to slow down and investigate what your body may be trying to eliminate or signal through the skin. If your skin is expressing internal overwhelm, it deserves a full-body approach—not just a topical fix. Let’s explore what may be stuck internally and how to gently support elimination, calm immune overactivity, and nourish your skin from within. Book a session for personalized support.

Disclaimer

Each person’s condition has a unique root cause, and lifestyle, diet and herbal remedies must be tailored to the individual. The information on this page is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized care. If you’d like support in understanding your specific situation, please reach out to me for guidance.