Psoriasis
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Psoriasis Symptoms: Trigger Factors
Triggers factors for psoriasis include:
Stress
Depression
Infections
Cancer
Diabetes
AIDS
Skin injury
Lupus
Rheumatoid arthritis
Medications:
Beta-blockers
ACE inhibitors
Progesterone
Lithium
Skin irritation
:
Insect bites
Chemical dermatitis
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Related Conditions
Psoriasis of the nails
Psoriatic arthritis
Rashes in adults
Rashes in children
Fingernail problems
Joint pains
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Last Updated: Jul 8, 2009
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Psoriasis References:
Aaronson DS, Lebwohl M. Review of therapy of psoriasis: the prebiologic armamentarium. Dermatol Clin. 2004 Oct;22(4):379-88, viii.
Afifi T, de Gannes G, Huang C, Zhou Y. Topical therapies for psoriasis: evidence-based review. Can Fam Physician. 2005 Apr;51:519-25.
Bruner CR, Feldman SR, Ventrapragada M, Fleischer AB Jr. A systematic review of adverse effects associated with topical treatments for psoriasis. Dermatol Online J. 2003 Feb;9(1):2.
Mason J, Mason AR, Cork MJ. Topical preparations for the treatment of psoriasis: a systematic review. Br J Dermatol. 2002 Mar;146(3):351-64.
