To the Editor: Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that causes physical disfigurement and impacts mental health and quality of life.1 Sexual minorities (SMs) report higher rates of mental health and chronic medical issues, and other chronic skin diseases, such as acne vulgaris, have been found to disproportionately affect mental health among SMs.2-4 This study assesses the impact of sexual orientation on the relationship between psoriasis, mental health, and physical health among adults in the United States.
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