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Findings to Watch for in Individuals with Psoriasis-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on findings to watch for in individuals with psoriasis as follows: Individuals with recurrent psoriasis episodes are at increased risk for presentation with elevated blood lipids, hypercholesterolemia, deterioration of blood sugar control, poor blood pressure control, worsening joint pains, compromised vision, signs and symptoms of bowel inflammation, and compromised function of internal organs, such as, liver and kidney. Individuals with recurrent psoriasis episodes must keep a close watch and report to the [...]

Findings to Watch for in Individuals with Psoriasis-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on findings to watch for in individuals with psoriasis as follows: Individuals with recurrent psoriasis episodes are at increased risk for presentation with elevated blood lipids, hypercholesterolemia, deterioration of blood sugar control, poor blood pressure control, worsening joint pains, compromised vision, signs and symptoms of bowel inflammation, and compromised function of internal organs, such as, liver and kidney. Individuals with recurrent psoriasis episodes must keep a close watch and report to the [...]

Complications with Psoriasis-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on complications of psoriasis as follows: Diabetes mellitus: Uncontrolled inflammation in individuals with recurrent psoriasis activation can contribute to poor response to insulin and increase risk for Type 2 diabetes. Poorly controlled HTN and cholesterol in individuals with recurrent psoriasis activation can also contribute to increased risk for Type 2 diabetes. Psoriatic arthritis: Psoriasis can involve various joints such as, fingers, toes, ankle, elbow, knee, and spine, leading to psoriatic arthritis. Joint [...]

Complications with Psoriasis-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on complications of psoriasis as follows: Autoimmune diseases: Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition, in which body’s own protective immune system becomes defective and damages the skin cells. Individuals with history of psoriasis stand an increased risk for presentation with conditions due to altered immune system, such as, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and inflammatory bowel disease. Hyperlipidemia: Uncontrolled inflammation in individuals with recurrent psoriasis activation can contribute to altered fat metabolism. [...]

Risk Factors and Triggers for Psoriasis Activation-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on risk factors and triggers for psoriasis activation as follows: Infections: Bacterial/viral/fungal infections of the body can increase the stress and trigger activation of psoriasis in predisposed individuals. Infections in general can also directly alter the immune system contributing to psoriasis activation. Cold weather & Injury: Intense cold weather can excessively dry the skin and trigger activation of psoriasis in individuals predisposed to the condition. Also, injury to skin from bug infestation [...]