Psoriasis is a common skin condition that causes skin redness and irritation. Most people with psoriasis have thick, red skin with flaky, silver-white patches called scales.A.D.A.M. <\/p>\n
Psoriasis is very common. Anyone can get it, but it most commonly begins between ages 15 and 35. <\/p>\n
You cannot catch psoriasis or spread it to others. <\/p>\n
Psoriasis seems to be passed down through families. Doctors think it may be an autoimmune condition. This occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys healthy body tissue. <\/p>\n
Usually, skin cells grow deep in the skin and rise to the surface about once a month. When you have psoriasis, this process takes place is too fast. Dead skin cells build up on the skin's surface. <\/p>\n
The following may trigger an attack of psoriasis or make the condition harder to treat: <\/p>\n
Bacteria or viral infections, including strep throat and upper respiratory infections <\/p>\n
Dry air or dry skin Injury to the skin, including cuts, burns, and insect bites <\/p>\n
Stress <\/p>\n
Too little sunlight <\/p>\n
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