Swimming and Psoriasis: What You Should Know
SOURCES:
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Paul Benedetto, MD, dermatologist, Cleveland Clinic Florida.
DermNet NZ: “Psychological effects of psoriasis.”
Richard Fried, MD, PhD, dermatologist, clinical psychologist, Yardley Dermatology Associates.
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