Abstract:Plaque psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory, immune-mediated skin disorder that negatively impacts a patient's quality of life, both physically and psychologically 1,2 In individuals with a genetic predisposition, environmental factors (eg physical and psychological stress) may trigger the initiation of psoriasis, beginning with the activation of dendritic cells (Figure 1) 1,3 Topical treatments containing corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues target key steps in psoriasis pathogenesis and are essential, wel… Show more
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