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How to prevent psoriasis from spreading

Psoriasis is not contagious and cannot spread between people. But, it can spread from one area of the body to another, especially without treatment. Avoiding triggers, such as alcohol and tobacco, and following a treatment plan can stop symptoms worsening. Psoriasis is a common autoimmune condition that affects the skin. It can be painful, and some with the condition may experience embarrassment due to stigma or find others treat them differently during a flare-up. However, psoriasis is nothing to be embarrassed about. In this article, find out more about how psoriasis can spread through the body and ways of slowing or preventing its progression. Does psoriasis spread? Getty Images Psoriasis affects the skin, and people who have never seen it before may think the condition is contagious. However, it is not. One person cannot pass psoriasis to another. The condition can spread from one part of a person’s body to another. This is not because it passes from the affected skin to other ...