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While psoriasis itself doesn't directly cause swollen lymph nodes, there are several ways they can be connected:

• Psoriasis affects your immune system, which may reduce your ability to fight infections
• The inflammation from psoriasis as an autoimmune condition can trigger lymph node swelling
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While psoriasis itself doesn't directly cause swollen lymph nodes, there are several ways they can be connected:

• Psoriasis affects your immune system, which may reduce your ability to fight infections
• The inflammation from psoriasis as an autoimmune condition can trigger lymph node swelling
• Some psoriasis medications, particularly biologics and methotrexate, may affect lymph nodes by suppressing parts of the immune system If you experience swollen lymph nodes along with any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention:

• Whole-body rash
• Fever or chills
• Extreme fatigue
• Night sweats
• Unexplained weight loss

This is particularly important if you have erythrodermic psoriasis, which is a rare but serious form that can cause lymph node swelling and requires immediate medical care.

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Can Psoriasis Cause Swollen Lymph Nodes?