J Korean Pediatr Soc.  1998 Nov;41(11):1606-1609.

A Case of Generalized Putular Psoriasis after Varicella Infection

Affiliations
  • 1Department of Pediatrics, St. Francisco's Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
  • 2Department of Dermtology, St. Francisco's Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
  • 3Department of Anatomical Pathology, St. Francisco's Hospital, Seoul, Korea.

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.

Keyword

Generalized pustular psoriasis; Chickenpox

MeSH Terms

Biopsy
Chickenpox*
Child, Preschool
Fever
Humans
Leukocytosis
Male
Psoriasis*
Skin
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