Presentation
These serotypes were similar in distribution and prevalence to those present in the local community. [jamanetwork.com]
Guttate psoriasis (also known as eruptive psoriasis ) is a type of psoriasis that presents as small (0.5–1.5 cm in diameter ) lesions over the upper trunk and proximal extremities ; it is found frequently in young adults. [en.wikipedia.org]
[…] associated with an intermediate phenotype of impaired Langerhans cell migration. ( 24628096 ) Eaton LH...Griffiths CE 2014 19 Serum levels of LL-37 and inflammatory cytokines in plaque and guttate psoriasis. ( 25197165 ) Hwang YJ...Ahn KJ 2014 20 First presentation [malacards.org]
Increased levels of antibodies to the streptolysin-O are present in more than one-half of patients. Are There Guttate Psoriasis Home Remedies ? This type of psoriasis may be treated at home in most mild to moderate cases. [emedicinehealth.com]
Skin
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Koebner Phenomenon
This is known as the Koebner phenomenon. The association between streptococcal infections and guttate psoriasis cannot be overemphasized. Early detection and treatment of such infections may prevent an acute flare-up of the skin disease. [emedicinehealth.com]
Treatment
Follow your doctor’s treatment plan. Avoid triggers when possible. [healthline.com]
Successful management and re-treatment. ( 18569275 ) Balato A...Balato N 2008 40 An investigation of antistreptococcal antibody responses in guttate psoriasis. ( 18648827 ) Nahary L...Benhar I 2008 41 Antistreptococcal treatment of guttate psoriasis: [malacards.org]
Tests to confirm the diagnosis may include: Skin biopsy Throat culture Blood tests for recent exposure to strep bacteria Outlook (Prognosis) Guttate psoriasis may clear completely following treatment, especially phototherapy treatment. [account.allinahealth.org]
Ashley Marks Walker, 1 author Cindy F Hoffman Published in Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD 2010 The association between guttate psoriasis and pityriasis rosea with Streptococcus pyogenes (S. pyogenes) is well established in the literature; however treatment [semanticscholar.org]
Prognosis
Tests to confirm the diagnosis may include: Skin biopsy Throat culture Blood tests for recent exposure to strep bacteria Outlook (Prognosis) Guttate psoriasis may clear completely following treatment, especially phototherapy treatment. [account.allinahealth.org]
Etiology
JDD 2010 The association between guttate psoriasis and pityriasis rosea with Streptococcus pyogenes (S. pyogenes) is well established in the literature; however treatment guidelines and necessity have not been clarified with respect to the infectious etiology [semanticscholar.org]
Epidemiology
Epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis of psoriasis. . Accessed Feb. 23, 2018. Kalb RE. Pustular psoriasis: Pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis. . Accessed Feb. 23, 2018. Mehlis S. [mayoclinic.org]
Prevention
Is It Possible to Prevent Guttate Psoriasis? Guttate psoriasis may not be preventable. However, complications or further flare-ups may be reduced by avoiding anything that triggers a psoriasis outbreak. [emedicinehealth.com]
This medication is typically used to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ. It’s also used for other immune-related conditions. Biologics. These drugs are made from sugars, proteins, or nucleic acids. [healthline.com]