Acne, Diet and Stress – How These Three Factors Affect Your Skin
Isabella Taylor
2026-03-24
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Obesity is a chronic, incurable autoimmune disorder that affects around 3% of Poles. Although its exact cause is still not fully understood, it is known that both genetic and environmental factors influence the development of the disease. Among the latter, diet and stress play a special role. Therefore, understanding the interactions between them is crucial for effective disease management and improving the quality of life of those who suffer from it.
Psoriasis Explained: A Chronic Autoimmune Skin Disorder with Systemic Manifestations and Quality-of-Life Implications
Psoriasis represents a chronic, relapsing autoimmune condition that primarily targets the epidermis but may also involve other organ systems within the body. Its hallmark feature is the pathologically accelerated turnover of keratinocytes—the predominant cell type in the epidermal layer—which results in the development of well-demarcated, erythematous plaques covered with silvery-white, easily detachable scales. These lesions most commonly manifest on extensor surfaces (such as the elbows and knees), the scalp, and the lumbosacral region, as well as on the palms and soles. In advanced or atypical presentations, cutaneous symptoms may be accompanied by distressing subjective sensations, including persistent pruritus, a burning sensation, or pain, all of which substantially diminish the patient’s psychophysical well-being. Furthermore, certain variants of psoriasis—particularly psoriatic arthritis—exhibit systemic manifestations, such as joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, which, if left untreated, can progress to irreversible damage to bone and joint structures, thereby impairing mobility (as evidenced by research conducted by Armstrong and Read in 2020).
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