Sabitha V
India
Research Article
Evaluation of Serum Electrolytes among Psoriasis Patients: A Prospective Case-Control Study from Telangana, South India
Author(s): Sudhakar T, Sabitha V, Raj Kumar G, Jhansi Rani C, Pratyusha P, Bheem J and Venkataramana KSudhakar T, Sabitha V, Raj Kumar G, Jhansi Rani C, Pratyusha P, Bheem J and Venkataramana K
Background: Psoriasis is a non-contagious autoimmune skin disorder. Patients present with symptoms of abnormal patches on the skin, joints and nails, which are dry and itchy. There are many factors responsible for this disease which initiates an inflammatory response leading to abnormal keratinization of the skin. Electrolytes play a significant role in maintaining the cell function and fluid balance both within and surrounding the cell. Any disturbance in the electrolyte balance could cause fluid loss and cell death/damage.Objective: None of the previous research studies have evaluated the role of electrolytes in the management and progression of psoriasis. The present study is aimed to assess the levels of electrolytes (sodium and potassium) among patients diagnosed with psoriasis.Methods: A prospective case-control stud.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2161-1009.1000365