If you have HIV, you might be at a higher risk of developing psoriasis, a skin condition that causes itchy, red, scaly patches. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the skin, causing rapid skin cell turnover and inflammation. HIV can make psoriasis more severe and limit treatment options because some psoriasis medications weaken the immune system, which is risky for HIV patients. Mild psoriasis can be managed with topical treatments like corticosteroids, vitamin D derivatives, tar, and retinoids. For more severe cases, light therapy and certain medications, including some antiretroviral drugs used for HIV, may help. It's crucial to balance HIV treatment with psoriasis management to avoid further weakening the immune system.