Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Psoriasis is a rare chronic skin disease characterized by formation of scaly erythematous plaques. The present study was conducted to assess cases of Psoriasis in both genders. Materials & Methods: 90 cases of psoriasis of both genders were included. Smoking history was obtained. Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) was recorded in all patients. Results: Out of 90 patients, males were 52 and females were 38. The onset was mild in 15%, moderate in 60% and severe in 25%. The mean PASI score in smokers was 12.9, in non- smokers was 8.0, in alcoholics was 10.2 and in non- alcoholics was 5.8. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: PASI score was highest among smokers and alcoholics. Psoriasis was predominantly seen in males.