Dry and scaly skin: Does my child have a rash or is it psoriasis?

Health experts explain the symptoms and causes of the skin condition

The underlying cause of psoriasis isn’t entirely clear. Picture: Alamy/PA

Children get rashes for all sorts of reasons. It’s well known that if your little one gets spots or a rash that doesn’t fade when you press against it with a glass, this can be a sign of meningitis and you should go to A&E or call 999 straight away. Plus, if your child also develops a fever and seems suddenly unwell, it’s always best to get things checked fast.

But if the skin looks dry and scaly, you may be wondering: does my child have psoriasis?