Psoriasis: special forms

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Psoriasis: special forms

DDx Ref       154277

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Guttate psoriasis. Numerous, generalized papules may abruptly occur following streptococcal pharyngitis.

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Guttate psoriasis. Papules are 0.5–1 cm, red, and covered with typical psoriatic silvery scale.

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Erythrodermic psoriasis. This form is usually generalized with minimal scale. Erythema is intense and the patient loses body heat.

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Pustular psoriasis. Numerous pustules arise from a red base. The wave of scale appears as the pustules evolve and expands outward.

DESCRIPTION

Chronic, inflammatory disease due to abnormal T-lymphocyte function. Affects skin, scalp, joints, nails.