What is psoriasis and how can it affect your skin?

This pathology evolves in the skin by outbreaks, which means that it has an on and off. There are times when the skin may be less irritated and other times when it is a lot. And this, if we only talk about the visible symptoms. Psoriasis has a negative impact on the daily life of people who suffer from it.

Various studies have shown that psoriasis affects the daily, social, family and marital life of people who suffer from it. This is because psoriasis lesions are often visible and can therefore have a significant psychological impact. Especially if they occur on the face, hands, or genitals.

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How does psoriasis work?

Parents with psoriasis have been shown to be at increased risk of inheriting the development of this disease to their children. A meta-analysis comparing genetic differences in 30,000 individuals identified 16 markers associated with this condition.

There are many factors in the environment that maximize the chances of developing psoriasis, including a weak immune system, obesity, and smoking, among others.

The main symptoms can be red, scaly, itchy patches, especially on the elbows, body, knees, and scalp. Psoriasis is a common long-term (chronic) disease that cannot be cured. It can be painful, it makes it difficult for you to sleep and it stops concentration.

This condition usually occurs in cycles, with episodes lasting for days, weeks, or even months, and then disappearing.

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Psychological consequences of psoriasis

Many times we believe that psoriasis only affects the person's physical appearance. But no, the self-esteem of those who suffer from this disease goes downhill. They begin to feel bad about themselves and may begin to develop psychological problems.

It usually causes symptoms of stress in patients, such as irritability, sleep disturbances, which can turn into concentration problems. Stress also tends to aggravate the situation, triggering psoriasis outbreaks that enter an indefinite cycle.

Many skin diseases are stigmatized by society and, in this case, the appearance of psoriatic skin lesions goes against beauty. As well as the ideal skin standards of modern society, and many people feel inferior and ashamed. They even feel disgusting.

He adds that while symptoms may improve, it is currently an incurable disease that often causes anger and depression.

All of these symptoms contribute to the social ostracism some people with psoriasis face, often causing them to feel self-conscious. And stop participating in activities that involve showing certain body parts, such as going to the beach, a pool, or the gym. So they isolate themselves to avoid shame and rejection.

Low self-esteem, shame, intimate traumas, can affect the sexual life of people who suffer from psoriasis. Since it affects your mood and, in turn, your attitude towards sexual relations. And rashes appearing on these areas can cause pain and itching, especially during sexual intercourse.

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