Erythrodermic Psoriasis with Superimposed Fungal Infection-a Presentation in the Emergency Room
Erythrodermic psoriasis or erythroderma is a life-threatening, generalized exfoliative dermatitis involving majority of the body surface. A detailed evaluation is required for the identification of its underlying cause to successfully treat and prevent its relapse. We present a case of erythroderma...
| Published in: | Eurasian Journal of Emergency Medicine |
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| Main Authors: | , |
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Emergency Medicine Physicians’ Association of Turkey
2018-03-01
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http://akademikaciltip.com/archives/archive-detail/article-preview/erythrodermic-psoriasis-with-superimposed-fungal-n/21753
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| Summary: | Erythrodermic psoriasis or erythroderma is a life-threatening, generalized exfoliative dermatitis involving majority of the body surface. A detailed evaluation is required for the identification of its underlying cause to successfully treat and prevent its relapse. We present a case of erythroderma in our local setting and review this disease in terms of the importance of immediate diagnosis and therapy for improved patient survival. |
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| ISSN: | 2149-5807 2149-6048 |