A Case of Generalized Putular Psoriasis after Varicella Infection
Journal of the Korean Pediatric Society
;
: 1606-1609, 1998.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-107673
ABSTRACT
Generalized pustular psoriasis is the most servere form of psoriasis. This disorder is characterized by pustular skin lesions general symptoms such as high fever, weakness and peripheral blood leukocytosis. We have experienced a case of generalized pustular psoriasis after suffering from chickenpox which was diagnosed by clinical symptoms and pathologic features from a skin biopsy. This 4-year-old male patient was managed by local and oral corticosteroid therapy with excellent outcome. A brief review of the related literature is also included.
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Main subject:
Psoriasis
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Skin
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Biopsy
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Chickenpox
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Fever
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Leukocytosis
Limits:
Child, preschool
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Humans
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Male
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of the Korean Pediatric Society
Year:
1998
Type:
Article
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