Introduction:
Psoriasis is a chronic and untreatable disease of the skin, affecting about 3% of the Polish population. The causes of psoriasis are still not fully understood; however, genetic factors play an essential role in its etiology. Although the main symptoms of the condition occur in the form of inflammatory skin lesions, psoriasis is considered a systemic disease. Chronic inflammation present in its course can promote disorders of the cardiovascular, osteoarticular, and digestive system.

Objective:
The aims of the study are to discuss various aspects of health and social issues regarding psoriasis, including the impact of the disease on both the quality of life of the patient, the economy, and identification of the direction of future actions necessary to improve the current situation.

State of Knowledge:
In recent years, the treatment of psoriasis, which includes direct and indirect costs, has increased. The systemic nature of the disease, promoting the co-occurrence of other conditions, elevates both the patient burden and treatment costs. Moreover, since psoriasis patients are often subject to social stigmatization due to visible skin lesions, they can experience emotional problems, decrease in the quality of, and increase in stress levels, which are essential factors in triggering exacerbation of the disease.

Conclusions:
Patients with psoriasis should be subject to comprehensive, multi-specialist care, providing them with easy access to both physical treatment and psychological support. In order to address and minimize the social stigma, campaigns should be implemented, aimed at raising psoriasis awareness, and dispelling the myth of the infectious nature of the disease.