Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Asked 4 months ago

Is plaque psoriasis contagious?

My colleague has plaque psoriasis and I interact with him daily. I'm concerned if I can catch it. Is plaque psoriasis contagious, like other skin conditions?

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Geeta Sharma Geeta Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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No, absolutely not. Psoriasis is not like a cold or flu that you can catch. It's an internal body condition. While I always look for natural ways to feel better, for conditions like this, a doctor's diagnosis and treatment are essential. Don't believe such myths.

Rajeshwari Devi Rajeshwari Devi Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

No, it's not contagious at all. I've known people with it, and it's a skin condition caused by the body's own system, not something you can pass on. You can hug and touch someone with psoriasis without any worry. Focus on getting good medical advice, not just home remedies.

Rahul Kapoor Rahul Kapoor Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

No, absolutely not! The only thing contagious here is my love for biryani! 😉 Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition, not something you can catch from someone. So no need to worry about that!

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Simran Kaur Simran Kaur Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much about this! Plaque psoriasis is NOT contagious. You can't catch it from touching someone or sharing things. It's an internal thing with the immune system. So, no need to worry, okay?

Vijay Singh Vijay Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

No, it's completely false. Psoriasis is an internal condition, not something you can spread. I wish I had listened more carefully to doctors about my own health conditions. Please, if you have any skin issues, get it checked by a dermatologist, and don't listen to rumors.

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Saraswati Devi Saraswati Devi Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

No, beta, do not worry. This skin problem is not like cold or fever that can spread. It happens from inside the body. Many people have it, it's not a shame. Just go to a good doctor, they will know how to help.

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