What is Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a persistent skin disorder in which there are red, thickened areas with silvery scale. It most often on the scalp, elbows, knees and lower back. Psoriasis is not contagious so you cannot spread it to others. However, it is common to find psoriasis in families, revealing a genetic link. In the United States, 7.5 million people suffer from psoriais.

What causes psoriasis?

The cause is unknown. Recent discoveries point to an abnormality in the functioning of ‘T-cells’ which trigger inflammation and an immune response in skin

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