Abstract

CASE REPORTS ON PSORIASIS

*Dr. Parulkar Geeta D., M.D.(Chikitsa) (Mum), PhD (Chikitsa) (Mum), Professor(Chikitsa)

Abstract

• A genetically-determined chronic skin disease in which erythematous areas are covered with adherent scales. • Although the condition may occur on any part of the body, the characteristic sites are extensor surface especially over the knees and elbows. • In patients, skin may be colonised or infected with ‘hospital strains of Staphylococcus’. Due to the exfoliative nature of Psoriasis, sensitive modification of patient management is required to protect others from infection. • A common cause of erythroderma.

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