Guttate Psoriasis

What is it?

Cause

Unknown

Although it is thought that factors such as:

Family history
Stress
Smoking
High consumption of alcohol
Persons living in cold temperature regions
Hormonal changes i.e.
- Pregnancy
- Puberty
Overweight
Skin injury i.e.
- Cuts, scrapes and burns
- Sunburn
Viral or bacterial Infections i.e.

Medication

Bipolar disease- Lithium
High blood pressure, migraines hyperthyroidism and anxiety – B-blockers
High blood pressure:
- ACEinihibitors
- quinidine
Antimalarial- Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) – Indomethacin
Corticosteroids
Imiquimod
Interferon
Terbinafine

Source: Daily Express

Source: Emedicine/Medscape

Source: Healthline

Source: Mayo Clinic

Source: No Skin Problems

Symptoms

Look at pictures, does it resemble to one‘s rash?
Rash (spots) is less than 1 cm radius?
Flat or slightly raised , red or dark pink rash that are separate from each other?

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

This condition can lead to:

Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice

Detailed Information

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