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Add psoriasis to the long list of health concerns that can worsen with stress.

Stress management becomes a very important tool in helping patients manage their condition and prevent future flares.

a woman meditating psoriasis on cheeks and pills

Graphic by Kiera Lewis

Ahram also cites lithium, antimalarial medication, and beta blockers as potential triggers.

According to Ahram, alcohol is a less commonly known trigger, but a trigger nonetheless.

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