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Von Zumbusch Psoriasis

What is it?

It is a rare type of psoriasis symptoms include: by white, pus-filled blisters (pustules).

  • The pus-filled bumps are called pustules. They can form on the skin, inside the mouth, or beneath a nail.
  • The pustules are not contagious but are the result of sudden and extreme autoimmune inflammation.
  • It differs from the two other types of pustular psoriasis, which are generally limited to the hands or feet.
  • Anyone who has pus-filled bumps over much of the body needs immediate medical care
When widespread, pustular psoriasis can be life-threatening.
  • It is also referred as acute generalized pustular psoriasis.

Cause

  • Unknown
  • Mutation of IL36RN gene (though not always), other genes may include: CARD14, AP1S3,MPO.

Although it is thought that factors such as:

Medication

  • Bipolar medication
  • High blood pressure, migraines hyperthyroidism and anxiety – B-blockers
  • High blood pressure:
  • Anti-malarial- Chloroquine and hydroxochloroquine
  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) – Indomethacin
  • Corticosteroids
  • Imiquimod
  • Interferon
  • Terbinafine

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

Medical Emergency

Do not wait, phone for an ambulance

This condition can lead to:

This condition may show similar symptoms to:

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