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-Skin condition associating redness (erythema) and scales (mica-like desquamation) -Generally speaking, the lesions are localized on the elbows, knees, legs, forearms and buttocks. It can be localized anywhere including the scalp, nails and genital area. -Psoriasis can be... READ MORE

–Seborrheic dermatitis is an eruption which appears on the face as redness and scaling on the face and chest. When it affects the scalp, it causes common dandruff. It is associated with the presence of a yeast, and the more severe the skin condition, the higher the number... READ MORE

-In Psoriasis, patients analysis of dreams allows patients to bring subconscious some repressed elements. Repressed elements are memories which are sunk in the subconscious: it requires some form of energy which explains neurosis and most likely also skin lesions. –Dreams... READ MORE

–Psoriasis began at age 5 when his parents divorced –Arthritis on the right elbow and joints of the hands began at age 28 (Psoriatric Arthritis) Family history shows allergies in both parents, but NO psoriasis -By analyzing Dreams, the Oedipus Complex will be... READ MORE

-There have been great advances in the understanding of the cause of psoriasis which have led to effective treatments (topical or systemic), sometimes spectacular. -Despite this, treatments remain only symptomatic and the lesions come back once the treatment is stopped. -Quite... READ MORE

A JAAD Case Reports publication: click HERE for free full article (selected by Dr Christophe HSU, MD  – Dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland)   Comments Methotrexate is a useful drug in the treatment of psoriasis and can be given orally or injected. To read general information... READ MORE

A JAAD Case Reports publication: click HERE for free full article (selected by Dr Christophe HSU, MD  – Dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland)   Comments “Rupioid” is a term used to compare the resemblance of a lesion to the back of an oyster shell –... READ MORE

To read the current issue of Dermatologica Helvetica, click HERE (Journal Club, Focus and “What’s Hot” in English) Published in Dermatologica Helvetica (article selection: Prof SAURAT JH, MD – Dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland) READ MORE

Take Home Message: Dapsone can be used in the Management of Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (Von Zumbusch) (Case Report from Indonesia)   Comments: -Von Zumbusch generalized pustular psoriasis is a systemic inflammatory pustular psoriasis reaction (Localized pustular... READ MORE

Take Home Message: Significant improvement of Psoriasis (PASI scores) were found with simvastatin use (not for atorvastatin). More studies are required (Study from the Philippines)   Comments -The rationale behind statins use is also the treatment of hypercholesterolemia... READ MORE