Other Risk Factors for Psoriasis in the Lungs
Some risk factors would make people with psoriasis more prone to lung conditions. These include:
– Genetics: Some genetic factors would increase the risk of lung diseases. It means you can be at a higher risk when your parents, siblings, or close relatives have a history of these conditions.
– Age: Lung conditions are more common when people age.
– Smoking: Tobacco products contain many harmful substances that may irritate the lungs. Smokers with psoriasis are especially at risk of severe lung diseases, especially sarcoidosis, pneumonia, COPD, and even lung cancer.
– Exposure to toxins and harmful substances. [5]
