Arkansas Esthetician Practice Exam

Psoriasis can be triggered by environmental factors if a person is what?

1. Allergic to certain foods

2. Genetically predisposed

3. Using certain skincare products

4. Exposed to sunlight

The correct answer is: Genetically predisposed

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that is caused by an overactive immune system and results in the rapid growth of skin cells. While there is no known definitive cause for psoriasis, research suggests that genetics play a significant role in the development of the condition. This means that a person may be more likely to develop psoriasis if they have a family history of the condition. Other factors such as diet and exposure to certain environmental triggers, like sunlight or skincare products, can contribute to flare-ups in individuals who are already genetically predisposed to psoriasis. Therefore, option B is the best answer as it explains that psoriasis can be triggered by environmental factors in people who are genetically predisposed to the condition. Option A, allergic to certain foods, may play a role in some individuals with psoriasis who have specific food allergies, but it is not a direct cause of the condition. Option C, using certain skincare products, can sometimes aggravate psoriasis symptoms but is not a primary factor in triggering the condition. Option D, exposed to sunlight, is a common trigger for psoriasis flare-ups, but it is not the only environmental factor and does not explain why the other options are incorrect.