The causes of psoriasis have not been accurately proven. But scientists agree that a number of factors can cause skin diseases. This is confirmed by medical research, observations of specialists. Given the features of the disease, we will assess the origin of the disease in children and adults; during pregnancy in women; in overweight people with depression, CNS disorder.
Characteristics of the disease
Psoriasis (scaly lichen) is a serious dermatological disease of an autoimmune nature. The disease can make itself felt in both infancy and adulthood. Under certain conditions, the patient has severe relapse even after prolonged treatment. The duration of the remission period depends on the severity of the disease case, age, general health and the presence of chronic diseases in the patient.
From the outside, the disease appears as reddish-pink spots. Rash can be on any part of the body. Often with crust. Worsening is accompanied by severe itching, spreading of the area of inflammation to healthy areas of the epidermis.
The causes of psoriasis are still being studied; Effective methods of psoriasis therapy are being developed in order to improve the patient's internal condition and cleanse the skin.
Causes of psoriasis
Psoriasis: The causes of this unpleasant skin condition are numerous. If a person is diagnosed with this diagnosis, experts prescribe treatment taking into account existing heredity, propensity to allergies, possible hormonal disorders, previous infections, metabolic disorders. Doctors take into account the patient's poor quality food, stress, the presence of bad habits and an unhealthy lifestyle.
To clarify the cause of psoriasis, health indicators are first analyzed, taking into account the age and gender of the patient. The research is then carried out in several generally accepted theoretical areas, each of which will be examined below. A detailed summary of the results obtained helps specialists to prescribe an effective treatment.
The most common forms are:
- gutate psoriasis;
- palmar-foot (psoriasis of the head, elbows);
- psoriasis of nails, hands;
- psoriatic erythroderma (skin rashes affecting the whole body, including parts of the head);
- pustular form (excessive growth of plaques and abscesses);
- psoriatic arthritis of the joints (damage not only to the cells of the epidermis, but also to inflammation of the joints, their gradual deformation) and some others.
Causes of childhood illness
Psoriasis in infants and young children is caused by a genetic predisposition. If the parents, close or distant relatives in the family suffered from any form of this disease, then in 80% of cases the child will inherit it.
The disease may not appear immediately, but against the background of a mild illness, for example, a virus, a common cold. There are other causes of psoriasis in children:
- Immune system disorders, caused by the attack of protective cells in their tissues, referring to foreign ones. When this process occurs, antibodies to the antigens inside the scales are found in the baby's blood.
- Congenital, acquired liver diseases.
- Intestinal parasites.
- Mental disorders, severe emotional stress, dissatisfaction with oneself and others (often in adolescence), long-term experiences.
- Metabolic disorders: slowing down of metabolic processes, as a result of which body temperature remains low, "harmful" cholesterol increases, there is a lack of B vitamins, the amount of element C in the epidermis, on the contrary, increases.
Causes of psoriasis in adult men and womenMedical practice confirms that the causes of psoriasis in children can be very individual.
What is the cause of psoriasis in adults? Causes of psoriasis in women and men have a number of common factors. But because of physiology, thyroid disorders, hormonal changes, women have a greater risk of getting sick in adulthood. Consider the symptoms of psoriasis in adults: in men and women.
For men
The disease traditionally begins with a characteristic skin lesion. Red and light spots on any area of the body are a manifestation of the signs of the development of the initial stage of the disease. Why is it manifested?
Psoriasis in men occurs against the background of phenomena such as:
- central nervous system overload due to prolonged depressive conditions;
- drinking alcohol, smoking;
- being overweight, slowing down metabolism;
- living or working in a polluted environment;
- dry structure of the upper layer of the epidermis, poorly protected skin due to insufficient moisture / low water uptake.
For women
Causes of psoriasis in women are as follows:
- genetics;
- weakened immune system (fewer leukocytes are produced, the quality of tissue nutrition deteriorates);
- lack of vitamins A, group B;
- high cholesterol levels, metabolic disorders;
- infectious diseases that have not been cured in time;
- emotional disturbances;
- undetected timely disorders of the thyroid gland, which gradually lead to hormonal disruption.
Theories of psoriasis
After much research, analyzing the origin of eczema in children and adults, scientists began to adhere to several theories. They give an understanding not only of the symptoms in the early and subsequent stages of the disease, but also explain the causes of the worsening of psoriasis, the cases of relapse. Let's examine each theory.
Imune
According to doctors, any focal infection can be the cause of psoriasis in the body. For example, almonds, which has become chronic, provoke immune failures. And disorders in the immune system are the first step to developing dermatitis.
Accidental damage to the surface of the epidermis, in which the body will react with autoimmune aggression, can lead to the development of a focus, where severe inflammation develops in the future (approximately. mistaking its cells for foreign). Rejection occurs. Further along the chain, with each skin lesion, psoriatic scales usually form.
Hereditary
It is not difficult to understand the essence of inheritance theory, mentioned above. If a patient's family, regardless of age, has relatives suffering from an autoimmune disease, there is still a high risk of getting sick.
Viral
According to viral theory, psoriasis is referred to as a retroviral lymphotropic infection. Herbal antiviral drugs are often used in the treatment of psoriasis. It is believed that if a person has a predisposition to the disease, then his immunity will not be able to "resist" against the psoriatic virus. Thanks to the latest technologies, physical and chemical medicine institutes are developing new medicines that can achieve long-term remission.
Allergic
Since psoriasis is primarily a dermatological disease, allergy theory remains relevant today. Many doctors are of the opinion that the disease is of purely allergic origin. This is especially true for psoriatic arthritis. The allergic theory is closely related to the infectious one, as the disease is a reaction of allergic tissues to the structure of streptococci, viral bacteria.
Neurogenic
This theory is associated with functional disorders of the nervous system. Practice shows that many patients with psoriasis before the development of the disease had mental, physical trauma, burns, contusions. The neurogenic effect is confirmed when the patient prescribes drugs to normalize the work of the autonomic and central nervous system. Hasht proved that depression, stress, emotional overload can provoke a relapse.
Disorders of metabolic processes
The theory of metabolism is based on numerous studies, observations of the course of the disease, when patients, in addition to the disease under consideration, suffer from lipoid metabolic disorders. Overweight directly affects the deterioration of blood composition, biosynthetic functions of the liver. Toxins accumulate, protective functions are reduced. The bottom line: the body "responds" to skin rashes. The initial stage begins, plaques appear on the hands and palm.
Hormonal
Hormonal theory is closely related to the theory of metabolic disorders. The reasons for the development of psoriasis in terms of hormonal imbalance have been studied, first of all, in women. Overweight, overweight in men also lead to hormonal disruption, provoke eczema.
Infectious
Infectious theory, along with parasitic theory, are among the first. In 1879, scientists discovered a "parasitic fungus". But subsequent studies did not confirm this fact. External infections affect immunity, and, therefore, may affect the onset of pathology. In practice, patients with psoriasis regularly suffered from colds and viral illnesses during the autumn and winter periods.
Factors influencing the occurrence of psoriasis
Factors that directly affect the development of psoriasis are shown in a table:
| Name | Early stage development risk (%) | Recovery risk (%) |
| Stress, trauma | 49 | 41 |
| Infections | 15 | 21 |
| Physical injury | 14 | 12 |
| Breastfeeding, adolescence, menopause | 6 | 6 |
| Hypothermia | 5 | 4 |
| Long-term medications | 3 | 6 |
| Alcohol poisoning | 2 | 3 |
| Long exposure to the sun | 2 | 2 |
The factors presented are among the main factors. Let’s examine some of them in more detail.
Infectious Diseases
Infectious diseases lead to the development of psoriasis in people with genetic predisposition; very weak immunity. Such diseases are:
- bronchitis;
- sore throat; pharyngitis
- ;
- flu with complications;
- staphylococcal, fungal infections.
Untreated infection, self-medication or illiterate prescription drugs sooner or later provoke dermatosis. It is important to consult a doctor in a timely manner so as not to start treatment.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy is characterized by global hormonal changes in the body. Immunity is weakened after all forces are expended to maintain fetal development. Prolonged during pregnancy and subsequent breastfeeding that psoriatic skin rashes appear. Usually, after the restoration of the body, the normalization of hormones, the disease subsides or disappears completely.
Injury and damage to the surface of the epidermis
Mechanical damage to the skin can create a favorable environment for the development of dermatosis at the wound site. Psoriatic plaques will appear after healing. According to many dermatologists, the reason in this case is an aggressive reaction of the body to its cells.
Bad habits
Since alcohol abuse and smoking have a negative impact on everyone's health, doctors tend to believe that people with such habits are at risk. At a young age, the body will still have the strength to withstand such a “load”. But gradually health will deteriorate. Bad habits, along with stress, are the leading causes of psoriasis.
Use of illegal drugs
People with a weak, emotional, highly sensitive nervous system, as well as anyone at risk, are advised not to seek self-medication. It is important to contact competent specialists because of the possibility of using prohibited drugs. An allergic reaction to a medicine can provoke dermatosis. Not all medicines can be taken during pregnancy.
An illiterate approach to treating a mild illness may provoke the development of a serious autoimmune dermatosis in the future.
Eating Disorder
Diet for psoriasis is a must. It should be borne in mind that with the help of certain food products, the patient has the opportunity to quickly overcome a relapse, consolidate the result and completely forget about medicated creams and oils for psoriasis.
Spiritual Reasons
Psoriasis is the need to acknowledge yourself, your illness, your skin, to give up guilt, and to be positive. The psychological factor, the state of mind of man are one of the reasons for the appearance of psoriatic eczema. Humor for calmness, a successful result contributes to the normal flow of the healing process, getting a healthy skin surface.
Prediction of the disease
Psoriasis occurs not only on the skin but also on the internal organs. For patients, it is important to respect their health, mood and nutrition. The disease forces a person to choose: either a healthy lifestyle or psoriasis. Treatment involves not only the use of oils and other means, but also cleansing the body from within, removing toxins.
The key to success in the fight against psoriasis is based on a positive attitude, adhering to the doctor's recommendations, diet and eliminating stress.