Psoriasis is epidermal hyper-proliferation caused by a T-cell-mediated inflammatory
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dark red plaques with silvery-white scales and sharp margins on extensors surface
- Nail pitting, oil spots, and lifting of the nail plate
- Joint stiffness, tenderness, pain on psoriatic arthritis
- Malaise and fever
- Mild to moderate cases: topical steroids and topical calcipotriol
- Phototherapy and immunosuppressants: methotrexate
- Biologic agents: infliximab, etanercept
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