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Psoriasis.

G S Drew1

  • 1Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Athens, USA. spfxv@aol.com

Primary Care
|May 18, 2000
PubMed
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Psoriasis is a common skin condition with diverse presentations. This review helps primary care physicians diagnose and manage various psoriasis manifestations and their treatments.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Primary Care Medicine

Background:

  • Psoriasis is a prevalent chronic inflammatory skin disease.
  • It affects a wide range of patients and presents with varied clinical manifestations.
  • Primary care physicians frequently encounter psoriasis in their practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide primary care physicians with a comprehensive review of psoriasis.
  • To cover the spectrum of psoriasis, including its various manifestations.
  • To guide diagnosis and management strategies for psoriasis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the clinical spectrum of psoriasis.
  • Discussion of diagnostic criteria for psoriasis.
  • Overview of available therapeutic tools and their adverse effects.

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Main Results:

  • Psoriasis exhibits diverse clinical presentations.
  • Numerous therapeutic options exist for psoriasis management.
  • Available treatments have potential adverse effects that require consideration.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of psoriasis requires understanding its varied manifestations.
  • Primary care physicians play a crucial role in the initial diagnosis and management of psoriasis.
  • Awareness of treatment options and their side effects is essential for optimal patient care.