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Can warmer weather and sun improve or worsen Psoriasis?
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improve Sx
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What race is affected most by psoriasis?
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whites
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Lithium can cause 2 skin conditions, what are they?
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Psoriasis and acne
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Goals of Therapy for psoriasis:
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1. minimize S/Sx of plaques and scales(improve PASI score)
2. alleviate itching and minimize excoriations 3. reduce frequency of flare ups 4. Tx conditions associated(arthritis and depression) 5. minimize AE's 6. provide cost effective therapy 7. provide guidance/counseling 8. Improve QOL |
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General psoriasis Tx
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1. topicals (emollients always)
2. add phototherapy 3. add systemic Moderate --> Severe 4. systemic + topical or phototherapy 5. more potent systemic or 2 systemics 6. BRM +/- others |
