Psoriasis · Blood-Heat Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Skin

Pattern Overview

Blood-Heat is the most common pattern in progressive psoriasis, characterized by excessive keratinocyte proliferation, T-cell-mediated inflammation, erythematous plaques, silvery scales, and pin-point bleeding (Auspitz sign). The core pathogenesis is Blood-Heat in the skin, leading to rapid keratinocyte turnover and immune inflammation.

Key Symptoms and Differentiation Points

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