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No, psoriasis does not spread through touching or contact. Psoriasis is not contagious, either between different parts of your own body or between people. However, any kind of skin trauma - including scratching - can trigger new psoriasis patches to develop in previously unaffected areas through what's called the Koebner Show Full Answer

No, psoriasis does not spread through touching or contact. Psoriasis is not contagious, either between different parts of your own body or between people. However, any kind of skin trauma - including scratching - can trigger new psoriasis patches to develop in previously unaffected areas through what's called the Koebner phenomenon. Up to 30% of people with psoriasis may experience the Koebner phenomenon, where new lesions appear in areas that experience skin trauma. While scratching one area and touching another won't directly spread psoriasis, the act of scratching itself can trigger new plaques to form due to the skin damage it causes. The best approach is to avoid scratching and work with a healthcare provider to manage the itch and inflammation.

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