niem
08-26-2007, 07:40 PM
I'm looking for research backing up what is mentioned in this article. http://www.psoriasisconnect.com/explained/stress_and_psoriasis.jsp
Specifically... "Scientists found that people with psoriasis (compared to other people) have a greater number of nerves in their skin that release substances called "neuropeptides." These are chemical messengers that help transmit nerve impulses.
The neuropeptides found in psoriasis lesions are similar to the neuropeptides in the brain that are altered by stress. Researchers believe that these stress-altered neuropeptides help trigger or aggravate psoriasis. "
Anyone know of any specific studies or research that leads to the above statements?
Specifically... "Scientists found that people with psoriasis (compared to other people) have a greater number of nerves in their skin that release substances called "neuropeptides." These are chemical messengers that help transmit nerve impulses.
The neuropeptides found in psoriasis lesions are similar to the neuropeptides in the brain that are altered by stress. Researchers believe that these stress-altered neuropeptides help trigger or aggravate psoriasis. "
Anyone know of any specific studies or research that leads to the above statements?