According to Psoriasis.org, psoriasis affects nearly 7.5 million inhabitants in the United States, of which most tend to face their first outbreak between 15 and 35. However, the ailment is such that it can occur at any age. Most experts agree that the cause of this disease is the mistakenly stimulated immune system, which accelerates the skin cells’ growth cycle. However, recently, they have also come across another cause through further studies, which is the infestation of Demodex parasites. Recognized as subtle worms living on the sebum under the skin and hair follicles, Demodex are found in increases numbers in those suffering from rosacea.
