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What is psoriasis?
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the immune system that affects about 3 percent of the population.
Other possible triggers may include allergies, heated and drier indoor air, diet and the weather.
Its wise to discuss with your doctor how to best minimize or even eliminate these triggers.
Interestingly, what may cause one person’s psoriasis to flare up may not affect another’s.
What are the effects of pregnancy on psoriasis?
How will psoriasis affect my baby?
Again, psoriasis can be different for everyone.
If both parents have psoriasis, the child’s odds jump to about 50 percent.
Try not to worry that your baby will develop psoriasis if you have it.
How do you treat psoriasis during pregnancy?
Treatment for psoriasis during pregnancy will depend on how severe your particular case is.
Ask your practitioner if you need an additional supplement.
One more thing to consider: Talk with your doctor about getting your vitamin D levels checked.
A healthy pregnancy lifestyle that includeseating well, exercising and practicing relaxation techniques can help do just that.
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