Modifiable risk factors and the development of psoriatic arthritis in people with psoriasis.

CONCLUSION: In this incident psoriasis cohort, increased BMI and moderate drinking but not heavy drinking or smoking status were associated with an increased risk of PsA in people with psoriasis. Importantly, we have shown that reducing weight may result in a reduction in the risk of developing PsA. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - June 17, 2019 Category: Dermatology Authors: Green A, Shaddick G, Charlton R, Snowball J, Nightingale A, Smith C, Tillett W, McHugh N, PROMPT study group Tags: Br J Dermatol Source Type: research