Impetigo herpetiformis
Impetigo Herpetiformis
Impetigo Herpetiformis (pronunciation: im-pe-ti-go her-pe-ti-for-mis) is a rare and severe form of Pustular Psoriasis that occurs during pregnancy.
Etymology
The term "Impetigo Herpetiformis" is derived from the Latin word "impetigo", meaning "skin eruption", and the Greek word "herpetiformis", meaning "resembling herpes", due to the similar appearance of the skin lesions.
Definition
Impetigo Herpetiformis is a dermatological condition characterized by the eruption of small pustules in a herpetiform pattern, typically occurring in the third trimester of pregnancy. It is considered a variant of Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP), but is distinguished by its association with pregnancy.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of Impetigo Herpetiformis is the appearance of clusters of small pustules, which can merge to form larger lesions. These are often accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever, nausea, diarrhea, and in severe cases, disturbances in calcium metabolism leading to hypocalcemia.
Treatment
Treatment typically involves systemic corticosteroids, with cyclosporine and methotrexate used in more severe cases. The condition usually resolves after delivery, but may recur in subsequent pregnancies.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Impetigo herpetiformis
- Wikipedia's article - Impetigo herpetiformis
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