title: Pediatric psoriasis.
abstract: Several variants of psoriasis are seen in children, the most prevalent types include plaque, guttate, and psoriatic diaper rash; pustular and erythrodermic psoriasis are less frequently observed. Genetic susceptibility and environmental triggers are both involved in the development of this autoimmune disease. As well as improving symptoms, a treatment plan should strive to identify and eliminate precipitating factors. Topical medications are the first choice therapy for children with psoriasis. Systemic agents are used to treat more severe cases. Patient education and supportive care should be incorporated into the treatment plan.
authors.affiliation: DermSurgery Associates, Houston, TX, USA.
authors.forename: Angie L
authors.initials: AL
authors.lastname: Busch
authors.forename: Jennifer M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Landau
authors.forename: Megan N
authors.initials: MN
authors.lastname: Moody
authors.forename: Leonard H
authors.initials: LH
authors.lastname: Goldberg
mesh_terms: D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D000293:Adolescent; D017668:Age of Onset; D002648:Child; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004781:Environmental Exposure; D020022:Genetic Predisposition to Disease; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods*; D011565:Psoriasis / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology
chemical_list: D003879:Dermatologic Agents