A Case of Generalized Putular Psoriasis after Varicella Infection.
- Author:
Han Cheol KIM
1
;
Ran LEE
;
Jee Hae KANG
;
Gyu Young JUNG
;
Jung Gee LEE
;
Mi Kyung JEE
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatrics, St. Francisco's Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Generalized pustular psoriasis;
Chickenpox
- MeSH:
Biopsy;
Chickenpox*;
Child, Preschool;
Fever;
Humans;
Leukocytosis;
Male;
Psoriasis*;
Skin
- From:Journal of the Korean Pediatric Society
1998;41(11):1606-1609
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Generalized pustular psoriasis is the most servere form of psoriasis. This disorder is characterized by pustular skin lesions general symptoms such as high fever, weakness and peripheral blood leukocytosis. We have experienced a case of generalized pustular psoriasis after suffering from chickenpox which was diagnosed by clinical symptoms and pathologic features from a skin biopsy. This 4-year-old male patient was managed by local and oral corticosteroid therapy with excellent outcome. A brief review of the related literature is also included.
