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Could psoriasis spread genetically to my children and also my wife ?
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Children yes wife no: To your children, yes. There is a strong genetic component to psoriasis, though it is thought to be triggered by various factors, meaning it is not 100% certain that your children will have it. To your wife, no. It is not a contagious disease. Hope that helps!
Answered 12/10/2015
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