Study Uncovers Potential Shared Genetic Source Between Psoriasis And Obesity.

reported that a study published online in JAMA Dermatology “has uncovered a potential shared genetic source between psoriasis and obesity, which could also address a connection among psoriasis, type 2 diabetes, and body mass index (BMI).” After examining “health records of 33,588 twins, 4.2 percent of whom suffered from psoriasis and 1.4 of which were diabetic,” researchers found that “only 4.1 percent of people without diabetes exhibited psoriasis, but 7.6 percent of those with diabetes had the skin condition.” What’s more, “the average BMI of people with psoriasis was higher than those without the condition: 25 compared to 24.4.” http://www.medicaldaily.com/psoriasis-type-2-diabetes-genetic-risk-factor-health-problems-384289