psoriasis - pustular psoriasis

Question 1

what is the pathophys behind behind pustular psoriasis?

Answer 1

1. withdrawing steroids
2. makes skin more vulnerable
3. pustular psoriasis

Question 2

how does a patient present?

Answer 2

1. systemically unwell - malaise and fever

2. widespread eryhema with sterile pustules

Question 3

what triggers pustular psoriasis?

Answer 3

withdrawing steroids

Question 4

what is CI in a patient with psoriasis?

Answer 4

1. never give oral steroids to a patient with psoriasis

2. risk of psoriasis becoming pustular when withdrawn