Dermatológia pre prax 2/2012

Psoriasis and sex

About 150 million people worldwide suffer from psoriasis. Besides skin, it affects also joints. The disease is not infectious; however, it is genetically conditioned. Its manifestations on visible skin are quite well-known and typical. The extent of the disease as well as its subjective perception by patients or persons in their environment may vary. Depending on its location, particularly in case of lesions in genital area, the disease raises questions in the field of both intimate and social communication. Sex is considered to be more than a pure erotic act; it is a chance to demonstrate mutual tactfulness, tolerance and gentleness. The disease and sex just deserve it in any situation.

Keywords: psoriasis, sex, connections.