Thick raised patches on the skin (plaques)
Thick raised patches on the skin, called plaques, are areas where the skin becomes noticeably thicker, rougher, and often scaly. They may appear red, pink, or silvery and can be itchy or painful. Plaques commonly occur in conditions involving rapid skin cell turnover or chronic inflammation.
Conditions that commonly cause thick raised patches on the skin (plaques)
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Common Causes of Thick raised patches on the skin (plaques)
- Psoriasis (most common cause of plaques)
- Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
- Fungal skin infections
- Lichen planus
- Chronic skin irritation or friction
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Thick raised patches on the skin (plaques)
These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:
- Plaques spreading rapidly, plaques that crack and bleed, severe itching disrupting sleep, patches accompanied by joint pain, no improvement with basic moisturising
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