The diagnosis and management of psoriasis patients under the outbreak of the new coronavirus pneumonia epidemic

ABSTRACT

The novel coronavirus pneumonia outbreak was seriously and showed a rapid spread of the transmission on December 2019. All parts of the country have been actively raising medical resources and methodically preventing and controlling the epidemic. In this particular situation, the control and follow-up of patients with chronic skin conditions, especially psoriasis patients need constant guidance and treatment. In addition, most patients have impaired skin barrier function, and the improper protection may increase susceptibility to the virus. Due to the need of prevention and control, travel restrictions initiative increased the mental tension, and the anxiety, depression and other psychological reactions from the psoriasis may further produce emotional tension and thus aggravate the disease. Therefore, guidance of uninterrupted effective treatment, establishing a good state of mind, maintaining patients' personal health and treatment, and improving the quality of life are important under the special occasion.