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is psoriasis caused by fungi or candida?
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Dr. Gregory Neyman answered
18 years experience General Practice
Neither: It is generally considered and auto immune disease.
Answered on Dec 20, 2012
Dr. Stevan Cordas answered
57 years experience Internal Medicine
Psoriasis: Neither but the damaged skin can be contaminated or infected by either. Candida is a form of fungi.
Answered on Oct 4, 2016
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