Frailty Impacts Clinical Approach to Psoriasis
Frailty and functional dependency affect treatment satisfaction and may require tailored care for older adults with psoriasis, researchers report.
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Plaque Psoriasis
Physical Activity Improves Chronic Plaque Psoriasis
A recent cohort study suggests physical activity may improve psoriasis severity and cardiovascular health, showing reduced PASI scores and better BP.
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Effective Psoriasis Treatment May Curb CV Risk
Early and effective psoriasis treatment may prevent arterial dysfunction and reduce cardiovascular risk even in patients with traditional risk factors.
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Managing Metabolic Comorbidities in Plaque Psoriasis
Research shows lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and smoking cessation can assist with improving psoriasis outcomes and managing metabolic comorbidities.
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Assessing Itch in Plaque Psoriasis: The Latest Tools & Questionnaires
Dermatologists recently have developed and validated several tools for assessing itch in plaque psoriasis, such as the Peak Pruritus-Numerical Rating Scale.
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In Patients With Psoriasis & SOC, SES Linked to Menta Health Disorders
Patients with psoriasis and skin of color were more likely to have mood, affective, and anxiety disorders if they had lower socioeconomic statuses.
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Amount of BSA Affected by Psoriasis Tied to CVD Risk
Patients who had a more severe amount of body surface area affected by psoriasis also had a higher risk for cardiovascular diseases, according to new findings.
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New, Practical Patient Journey Algorithm Promising in Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis
Researchers developed a clinical practice psoriasis care algorithm designed to foster empathy, trust, and communication between clinicians and patients.
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Lifestyle Factors & Gender May Influence Psoriasis Comorbidities
New findings suggest that gender, smoking status, and alcohol consumption may significantly influence which comorbidities develop in patients with psoriasis.
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Study Shows Racial Differences in Psoriasis Biopsy Frequency
Researchers found that skin biopsies for psoriasis occurred more often for Black patients than White patients, signaling greater diagnostic uncertainty.
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Reviewing Emerging Risk Factors for Psoriasis Flares
Researchers reviewed risk factors for psoriasis flares, including stress, infections, common drugs, pollution, hormonal changes, COVID-19, vaccines, and more.
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Various Comorbidities Linked to Mortality in Patients With Psoriasis
Patients with psoriasis may experience increased mortality rates attributed to cardiovascular,...
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How Often Should You Screen for CV Comorbidities in Patients With Plaque Psoriasis?
Without a universal consensus, researchers provided guidance on how often to screen for cardiovascular comorbidities in patients with psoriasis.
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Study Finds Decreased Vitamin K in Patients With Psoriasis
Vitamin K has been shown to promote would contraction and reduce the time it takes for skin to heal.
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Exploring Imaging Techniques for Psoriasis Plaques
Researchers reviewed various imaging techniques, including high-frequency ultrasound, dermatoscopy, and confocal microscopy, for diagnosing psoriasis plaques.
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Emotional Toll of Psoriasis Affects Quality of Life
Half of patients with moderate psoriasis in a small study had Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D) scores indicating mild depression.
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