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What effect does cirrhosis have on psoriasis

June 25
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It looks like "vosevi" might be a typo β€” did you mean to ask about psoriasis and its effect on the body? That's a great question worth exploring!

Psoriasis is much more than a skin condition. Because it involves an overactive immune system, inflammation can affect the entire body in several ways.

Here are some key areas Show Full Answer

It looks like "vosevi" might be a typo β€” did you mean to ask about psoriasis and its effect on the body? That's a great question worth exploring!

Psoriasis is much more than a skin condition. Because it involves an overactive immune system, inflammation can affect the entire body in several ways.

Here are some key areas psoriasis can impact:

- Joints β€” About 30% of people with psoriasis develop psoriatic arthritis, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling
- Heart and blood vessels β€” Chronic inflammation raises the risk of cardiovascular issues
- Mental health β€” Depression and anxiety are more common in people with psoriasis
- Eyes β€” Inflammation can cause dryness, irritation, or more serious conditions like uveitis
- Metabolic health β€” Higher risk of metabolic syndrome, which includes high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and cholesterol issues

The good news is that managing your psoriasis well can also help protect the rest of your body. As one dermatologist put it, "Taking care of their psoriasis is a good step in taking care of the rest of their body."

Working closely with your dermatologist β€” and possibly other specialists β€” can help you stay on top of these risks. πŸ’ͺ

June 25

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