Laser Treatment for Nail Psoriasis

Psoriasis can affect the nail matrix or bed, causing pits, ridges, thickening, colour change, or lifting. Fungus and injury may look similar, so Discoloured Nails need assessment before treatment. Existing nail damage remains until new nail grows.

Tell the clinician about nail products, medicines, prior light reactions, active infection, and open skin. Ask which device is proposed, what sensation and aftercare to expect, and how skin will be protected. Depending on the wider disease, topical treatment, steroid injection into the skin, or biologic therapy may be discussed instead or alongside laser.

Report blistering, worsening pain, swelling, drainage, or spreading redness after treatment. Seek assessment for a new dark streak, unexplained bleeding, or new swollen or stiff joints.

Ask how diagnosis was confirmed, why laser fits your pattern, what alternatives exist, and how response will be monitored.