Clinical Topics & News
Special Considerations for the Pediatric Population With Psoriasis
Although the clinical presentation of pediatric psoriasis mimics adult disease, there are special considerations for this patient population. Dr....
The prevalence of psoriasis in individuals with skin of color is lower than in white individuals, but a number of clinical differences can complicate diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis in patients with darker skin types. Dr. Andrew Alexis discusses some clinical features that may be unique to those with skin of color, including association with persistent pigmentary alterations, as well as special considerations and treatment approaches for psoriasis in darker-skinned patients.
The psoriasis audiocast series is created in collaboration with Cutis® and the National Psoriasis Foundation®.