Weird Science findings: Psoriasis triples heart attack risk

Patients with the common inflammatory skin condition psoriasis have a tripled risk of heart attack, a new study has revealed.

The study’s researchers speculate that the systemic inflammation seen in psoriasis might weaken the cardiovascular system, thereby increasing the chance of such heart problems.

Psoriasis is an inflammatory system disorder that affects around 2% of people in the US and is characterised by sore, scaly patches of red skin. Recent studies suggest that genetic mutations and lifestyle factors such as stress and smoking may increase the risk of psoriasis. . . . .

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