Psoriasis, this very common skin disease, is incurable.
What is psoriasis? (1/10)Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the skin. In affected individuals, the rate of skin cell turnover is accelerated, from the normal 28 days to just 3 or 4 days. This rapid turnover leads to the appearance of thick, red plaques covered with scales (dead skin) on the skin.The origin of this disease (2/10)The origin of this disease is multifactorial. It is primarily due to a genetic predisposition, but environmental factors also play a key role.What are the causes of psoriasis?(3/10)Stress, infections, excessive alcohol consumption, or certain medications can trigger or worsen a... Continues…
