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I've had psoriasis for 22yrs, tests came back i have inflammation in my body. what harm could inflammation do in my body if i refuse methotrexate?

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Increased risk of he: Uncontrolled inflammation from any source increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Answered 8/7/2014

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