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Epidemiological determinants of psoriasis.

M T Islam1, H K Paul, S M Zakaria

  • 1Upazilla Health Complex, Kulaura, Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. tabibul_dr@ yahoo.com

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Psoriasis affects 1.49% of dermatology patients, with males more commonly affected. Key triggers include stress, infection, and smoking, with seasonal variations impacting disease severity.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition with diverse triggers.
  • Understanding epidemiological determinants is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the epidemiological determinants of psoriasis in a cohort of 102 patients.
  • To identify factors influencing the development and exacerbation of psoriasis.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study design.
  • Data collection on patient demographics, family history, precipitating factors, and environmental influences.
  • Analysis of psoriasis prevalence and associated risk factors.

Main Results:

  • Psoriasis accounted for 1.49% of dermatological disorders, with a male predominance (2.18:1 ratio).
  • Precipitating factors included trauma, infection, stressful life events, and medications.
  • Seasonal variations, sunlight exposure, pregnancy, smoking, and Body Mass Index (BMI) influenced disease presentation.

Conclusions:

  • Psoriasis prevalence is comparable to findings in Turkey and Northern India.
  • Factors like smoking, stress, infection, trauma, sunlight, pregnancy, drugs, and seasonal changes significantly impact psoriasis development and clinical expression.