"Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease. When the immune system malfunctions, it causes the skin cells to regenerate faster than normal. This results in rapid cell turnover and a red, scaly rash that covers the skin and can affect all parts of the body, even the fingernails."
"Researchers don't know exactly what causes psoriasis. However, it does tend to run in families. Smoking can also increase one's risk of developing psoriasis, as can chronically elevated stress levels. It is clear that psoriasis is not contagious."
"If you experience a skin injury, such as a sunburn or a bug bite, your body might respond by increasing cell turnover. Sometimes, even a vaccination can cause a psoriasis flare. When the skin must repair an injury, overactive immune response typical of psoriasis is triggered."
Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition where immune system malfunction causes skin cells to regenerate faster than normal, resulting in red, scaly rashes that can appear anywhere on the body. Over 8 million Americans experience this uncomfortable condition. While researchers haven't identified the exact cause, psoriasis tends to run in families and is linked to smoking and chronic stress. The condition is not contagious and has no cure. Management involves identifying personal triggers and learning symptom control strategies. Common triggers include skin injuries like sunburns and bug bites, which activate the body's overactive immune response and increase cell turnover.
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