psoriasis Flashcards
1
Q
guttate psoriasis
A
post strep
widespread small plaques
tear drops
1
Q
presentation of psoriasis
A
symmetrical, red scaly plaques
well defined edges
slivery white scale
usually scalp, elbows, knees
mild itch
leaving marks
2
Q
aggravating factors for psoriasis
A
strep tonsillitis
injuries
sun
dry skin
obesity, smoking, alcohol
lithium, beta blockers, NSAIDs
stopping steroids
stress
3
Q
associated features of psoriasis
A
psoriatic arthritis
IBD
sponduloarthropathy
uveitis
coeliac
liver problems - fatty
4
Q
diagnosis of psoriasis
A
clinical +/- biopsy
5
Q
management of psoriasis
A
smoking cessation
less alcohol
lose weight
emmolient
topical steroid
vit d analogue
salicylic acid
phototherapy
coal tar
methotrexate
biologics - TNF alpha inhibitors
