Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious skin condition that can affect people of any age. It is a disorder characterized by scaly erythematous plaques and patches on the skin with a tendency to become infected. Psoriasis is a "disease of civilization." The incidence in western countries has increased since WWII and parallels an increased intake of…
An autoimmune disease is a condition in which the body's immune system attacks and destroys healthy body tissue. Autoimmune diseases are caused by an overt or covert immune response against self-antigens. In psoriasis, the immune system creates a pro-inflammatory overreaction in the skin that causes redness and irritation. So far, there is no clear answer…