Psoriasis causes

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Syed Hassan A. Kazmi BSc, MD [2]

There are no established causes of psoriasis. The development of psoriasis is secondary to a combination of genes and exposure to specific external factors or triggers, which increase an individual’s risk of developing psoriasis. These risk factors lead to complex interactions between the genetics, immune system, and the environment. To view the factors which may increase one’s susceptibility to the development psoriasis, click here.

• The development of psoriasis is secondary to a combination of genes and exposure to specific external factors or triggers, which increase an individual’s risk of developing psoriasis.
• The presence of these risk factors may cause an activation of the immune system, which can lead to disease.

To view the factors which may increase one’s susceptibility to the development of psoriasis, click here.

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