Psoriasis simply is a Silver Scaly skin lesions over the extensors surfaces of the body (elbows for example) and can have mild or more severe forms
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Notice the Silvery Crusty plaques on the extensor surface of the forearms and elbow joints
Management is interesting , it can be achieved through topical steroids , however the silvery scales /crusts may block steroids to reach to the deeper layers and decrease its efficacy , therefore salicylic acid is used to remove scales
prolonged topical steroids can be harmful ! Vit A and Vit D are acceptable also in management in extensive Psoriasis
also Coal Tar is used in widespread Psoriasis , Vaseline or mineral oil all are acceptable.
new lines of therapy include TNF monoclonal antibodies , however you should be taking precaution with these drugs as it may predispose to T.B. infection or reactivation.
Notice the Silvery Crusty plaques on the extensor surface of the forearms and elbow joints
Management is interesting , it can be achieved through topical steroids , however the silvery scales /crusts may block steroids to reach to the deeper layers and decrease its efficacy , therefore salicylic acid is used to remove scales
prolonged topical steroids can be harmful ! Vit A and Vit D are acceptable also in management in extensive Psoriasis
also Coal Tar is used in widespread Psoriasis , Vaseline or mineral oil all are acceptable.
new lines of therapy include TNF monoclonal antibodies , however you should be taking precaution with these drugs as it may predispose to T.B. infection or reactivation.
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