Eczema or Psoriasis? How to Tell the Difference on Black Skin

It’s not always easy to tell the difference between eczema and psoriasis – especially when it comes to Black skin. While they’re similar skin conditions, there are a few distinct differences that will make it easier to tell which one you’re dealing with.  Differences Between Eczema And Psoriasis While both skin conditions itch, those who have them describe them much differently. Eczema has an intense itch that might not ease no matter how hard you scratch. With psoriasis, the itching is more of a burning sensation. There’s also a difference in their appearance. Eczema can cause red, inflamed, and swollen skin. There may be leathery patches and the affected areas might become scaly, crusty, or oozing. The affected skin in psoriasis may look silvery and scaly but the inflammation is worse than in eczema. Your skin may also get thicker and the thickened sections can be called plaques.  It’s typical for eczema to affect adults on the inner elbow, neck, wrists, ankles, and behind the knees. Babies may also see it on the chin, cheeks, arms, back, legs, and chest. If you have psoriasis, you’re more likely to see it on your elbows, knees, scalp, face, lower back, soles, palms,...