Psoriasis


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
Treatments:
  1. Mild to moderate cases: topical steroids and topical calcipotriol
  2. Phototherapy and immunosuppressants: methotrexate
  3. Biologic agents: infliximab, etanercept

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