The precise causes of psoriasis are unknown. It is generally believed that psoriasis is a disorder in which factors in the immune system, enzymes, and other materials that regulate skin cell division become damaged. This abnormal immune response causes rapid production of keratinocytes (immature skin cells) and inflammation. Such events are likely to be triggered by environmental factors, such as weather or stress, in people with genetic factors that make them susceptible (vulnerable).
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