A Rare Presentation of Erythrodermic Psoriasis

Kriti Vaidya; Kunam Mukan; Lucy Sharpe; Lindsay Whittam; Christopher Jacobs

doi:10.7759/cureus.75105

A Rare Presentation of Erythrodermic Psoriasis

Kriti Vaidya, Kunam Mukan, Lucy Sharpe, Lindsay Whittam, Christopher Jacobs

Department of Psychology

Great Western Hospital

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Abstract

Erythrodermic psoriasis (EP) is a rare and challenging-to-diagnose severe form of psoriasis. Its presentation can have similarities with other inflammatory skin conditions, complicating subsequent management. We present a case of a 76-year-old woman with EP who presented with fever, tachycardia, leg swelling with pain and redness, and reduced consciousness. Her imaging revealed characteristic features of the disease, providing valuable educational insights. We aim to emphasize the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion for EP and promptly adjusting treatment.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	e75105
Journal	Cureus
Volume	16
Issue number	12
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.75105
Publication status	Published - 4 Dec 2024

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