Focus on the Psychosocial Impacts of Psoriasis in Women
EXPERT ANALYSIS FROM A SEMINAR ON WOMEN'S AND PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY
A complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, and high-sensitivity C-reaction protein assay are recommended laboratory tests. A screen for hepatitis B and C, HIV infection, and tuberculosis (repeated annually) can be helpful in the differential diagnosis.
In terms of future research, Dr. Cather said:"In our clinic, we are currently exploring the incorporation of more formal validated quality-of-life measures to dig deeper into how psoriasis is impacting life decisions and productivity."
Disclosures: Dr. Cather disclosed that she is a consultant for and on the speaker’s bureau of Abbott Laboratories and Centocor Inc. She also is a researcher for Amgen, Celgene Corp., and Pfizer.
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