What autoimmune diseases cause psoriasis?

Uff, autoimmune diseases are like a chain reaction, na? One starts and then it feels like others join the party. Psoriasis itself is auto-immune. My uncle has it and he also developed some joint issues later. It's a complicated maze, these health things.

Actually, psoriasis itself IS an autoimmune disease. It's not usually caused by others, though it's common for people with psoriasis to have other autoimmune conditions too, like rheumatoid arthritis. I just got diagnosed and my doc explained it to me last month. It's all connected in a way.

I was also confused about this! I thought one autoimmune disease directly caused another. So psoriasis is its own thing? My skin has been acting up and I'm worried it's something serious. Has anyone else felt this way?

Ho na, psoriasis itself is considered an autoimmune disease where the body's immune system gets confused. Sometimes people with psoriasis can also have other issues like thyroid problems or diabetes, but they're not really 'causing' the psoriasis. It's more like a common link, you know?

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease on its own. Good point about co-existing conditions.

From what I understand, psoriasis is autoimmune. But you should definitely see a skin specialist or a rheumatologist if you suspect anything. Getting proper diagnosis is the first step, then they can suggest treatment options which can be quite effective.