Is psoriasis genetic?

I am doing a genetic disorders project and I want to choose psoriasis but my teacher said it HAS to be a genetic disorder.

So I was wondering if psoriasis was genetic? I REALLY want to do it. So, even if there isn't a yes or no answer, does it fit into the list of genetic disorders? Thanks in advance.

yes it is a genetic disorder/disease

There are several psoriasis causes. The source below goes into the psoriasis skin problem in detail.

www.healthy-skincare. com/psoriasis.html

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