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- Psoriasis, Mental Illness Often Appear Together
May 9, 2019 — Although two new studies suggest a link between mental health and psoriasis, neither paper can prove that one causes the other, only that the two are associated.
- Psoriasis Meds Might Help Fight Heart Trouble, Too
February 5, 2019 — The use of inflammation-suppressing drugs known as biologics appeared to be linked with a slowed buildup of fatty plaques in arteries in a recent study.
- Study: Healthier Eating Helps Psoriasis Symptoms
July 26, 2018 — The closer a person with psoriasis adhered to the Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, grains, fish and healthy fats, the less onerous their psoriasis became, a new French study says.
- Severe Psoriasis May Make Diabetes More Likely
November 20, 2017 — People with the skin disease psoriasis are at increased risk for type 2 diabetes, and the more severe the psoriasis, the greater their risk, a new study finds.
- FDA OKs Injectable Psoriasis Drug for Tough Cases
February 16, 2017 — But Siliq poses increased risk of suicidal behavior, agency warns
- Treating Psoriasis May Reduce Risk for Other Ills
July 29, 2016 — This chronic skin disease can affect overall health, dermatologist says
- New Psoriasis Drug Works Longer Term, Too
June 8, 2016 — Moderate-to-severe skin disease improved with Taltz over 60 weeks, study finds
- Psoriasis Tied to Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes
April 27, 2016 — A genetic link is one theory for the possible association, researchers say
- Psoriasis May Raise Risk for Aneurysms in Abdomen
April 14, 2016 — But overall chances of experiencing often fatal ruptures remain small, doctors say
- Psoriasis, Depression Often Go Hand in Hand
October 1, 2015 — But research doesn't prove one causes the other
- 2 Experimental Drugs Offer Hope Against Psoriasis
September 30, 2015 — Targeted therapies produce significant results, researchers say
- Psoriasis Linked to Higher Risk of Depression
August 20, 2015 — Embarrassment, discomfort and concerns about drug side effects may play a role, experts say
- Experimental Psoriasis Drug Shows Promise
July 8, 2015 — Guselkumab appears more effective than standard treatment, researchers report
- Psoriasis Treatment Choices Improving, FDA Says
September 5, 2014 — Better understanding of the skin disease may lead to more personalized therapy
- New Psoriasis Drug Shows Promise in Trials
July 9, 2014 — Secukinumab appears more effective than current popular treatment, study says
- Study Sees Link Between Psoriasis, Kidney Problems
October 15, 2013 — Researchers followed patients with chronic skin condition for 7 years
- Weight Loss Might Ease Psoriasis, Study Hints
May 29, 2013 — Obese people on low-calorie diet reported relief of skin symptoms, better quality of life
- Psoriasis Linked to Diabetes
August 29, 2012 — The chronic skin disorder psoriasis may raise the risk of diabetes, a large study shows.
- Some Psoriasis Therapies May Cut Heart Attack Risk
August 20, 2012 — People with psoriasis, known to be at higher risk of heart attack, had a lower risk when treated with drugs known as tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors, such as Enbrel, Humira or Remicade, compared to medicines applied to the skin, according to new research.
- Vigorous Exercise Might Protect Against Psoriasis
May 24, 2012 — Chalk up another reason to exercise: A new study suggests vigorous physical activity could reduce the risk of psoriasis.
- Biologic Treatments May Ease Psoriasis
March 28, 2012 — Two experimental biologic treatments may help treat psoriasis, researchers report in The New England Journal of Medicine.
- Psoriasis Linked to Heart Disease, Cancer
March 15, 2010 — People who suffer from psoriasis may be at an increased risk of other serious medical conditions, including heart disease and cancer, studies show.
- Brain Can Cope With Emotions of Psoriasis
August 27, 2009 — New research suggests that the brains of some psoriasis patients may adapt to cope with the body image and self-esteem issues that can accompany the skin disorder.
- Psoriasis May Raise Cardiovascular Risks
June 15, 2009 — People with psoriasis may need to pay close attention to their cardiovascular risks, a new study shows.
- Psoriasis Linked to Hypertension, Diabetes
April 20, 2009 — Women who have the chronic skin condition psoriasis appear to be at higher risk of getting diabetes and high blood pressure, a new study shows.
- Psoriasis Drug Raptiva Tied to Brain Infection
February 19, 2009 — The FDA has issued a public health advisory about reports of a rare brain infection called PML in patients using the psoriasis drug Raptiva.
- Fat Hormone Linked to Psoriasis
December 15, 2008 — People with the skin disease psoriasis may have a higher risk of obesity and metabolic syndrome thanks to the fat hormone leptin.
- Experimental Psoriasis Drug Takes on Enbrel
September 19, 2008 — An experimental drug called ustekinumab shows better treatment results than an established drug, Enbrel, for treating moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in a new trial.
- FDA Panel OKs Enbrel for Psoriasis in Children
June 19, 2008 — An FDA advisory committee has voted to recommend the biologic drug Enbrel's approval to treat plaque psoriasis in some children and teens.
- FDA Panel Backs New Psoriasis Drug
June 17, 2008 — An expert panel told the FDA that it should approve an experimental psoriasis drug despite evidence the drug may cause cancer after long-term use.
- New Psoriasis Drug Shows Promise
May 15, 2008 — A new plaque psoriasis drug called ustekinumab showed promise in two studies, and the drug has been submitted for the FDA to review.
- New Psoriasis Drug Passes Hurdle
April 17, 2008 — A novel immune-suppressing drug appears to safely and effectively treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
- Psoriasis: 7 New Genetic Clues
April 3, 2008 — Scientists have identified genetic variations on three chromosomes linked to psoriasis; the findings may lead to new psoriasis treatments.
- Psoriasis May Up Risk of Heart Attack
October 10, 2006 — Psoriasis -- a chronic skin condition -- may also be a risk factor for heart attack, a study shows.
- Gene May Help Solve Psoriasis Mystery
March 17, 2006 — A common genetic variation in an immune system gene may help explain why some people are more likely to develop psoriasis than others.
- New Safety Warning for Psoriasis Drug Raptiva
July 20, 2005 — The FDA and biotech company Genentech have revised the safety warnings for the psoriasis drug Raptiva.
- Biologic Drugs Treat Tough Psoriasis Cases
February 22, 2005 — As many as 4.5 million Americans suffer from psoriasis, but a new class of drugs called biologics has revolutionized psoriasis treatment, and new research suggests that these benefits are durable.
- Psoriasis Takes Toll on Mind as Well as Skin
February 9, 2004 — New research shows that many people with the psoriasis suffer from emotional pain that outweighs the physical aspects of the disease.
- New Psoriasis Treatments Work
November 19, 2003 — Three new psoriasis treatments -- Enbrel, Raptiva, and Amevive -- appear to be safe and effective, studies show.
- Raptiva Approved for Psoriasis Treatment
October 28, 2003 — Raptiva is the newest drug to gain FDA approval for chronic moderate to severe psoriasis.
- Psoriasis Treatments Face Off
August 13, 2003 — Two popular psoriasis treatments -- methotrexate and cyclosporine -- are equally effective but have different side effects.
- Raptiva Works for Psoriasis Treatment
August 5, 2003 — The psoriasis treatment drug Raptiva can provide relief from symptoms in as little as 12 weeks.
- New Psoriasis Treatment Offers Hope
June 16, 2003 — Amevive, a new psoriasis treatment, provides lasting relief by targeting the immune system.
- Psoriasis Treatments Entering New Era
June 5, 2003 — Psoriasis treatments used to be limited, but new, more effective drugs are on the way.
- New Drug Treatment for Psoriasis
July 25, 2001 — Experimental Drug Clears Up Severe Skin Disease in One-Fourth of Patients
- Study: Arthritis Drug Shows Early Promise in Relieving Psoriasis Symptoms
June 7, 2001 — Medication Clears Some Skin Lesions
- For Psoriasis, Laser Treatment Looks Promising
May 25, 2000 — Lasers may be the wave of the future for treating the irritating skin disorder known as psoriasis.