pustular psoriasis

Question 1

sx of zumbusch psoriasiso

Answer 1

Arare, li e-threatening medical problem with abrupt onset.
■ Burning, f ery-red erythema topped by pinpoint sterile yellow pustules in clusters spreading within
hours over the entire body. Coalescing lesions orm “lakes”o pus (Fig. 3 12). Easily wiped o .
■ Waves o pustules ollow each other.
■ Fever, malaise, and leukocytosis.
■ Symptoms: burning, pain ul; patient appears rightened.
■ Onycholysis and shedding o nails; hair loss o the telogen de uvium type (Section 31), 2 to
3monthslater;circinatedesquamationo tongue.

Question 2

In this condition, psoriasis involves the entire skin

Answer 2

psoriasis erythroderma