Guttate psoriasis is a type of psoriasis showing small red tear-drop-shaped spots on the skin. It is often triggered by bacterial infection, and in some cases, it occurs due to genetics. The other triggers are tonsillitis, stress, flu, upper respiratory infections, and sinus infections. It is treated by taking medications and phototherapy.
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What is the red pimple-like rash on the chest?
Query: Hello doctor, There is a red pimple-like rash or hives on the chest up to the jaw line on a four year old female. It turns white when pressed. It always appears after a court-ordered visitation. The only factors we know of are stress or anxiety from not wanting to go, both of those conditions were c... Read Full »
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Is it necessary to take antibiotics for guttate psoriasis?
Query: Hi doctor, I got psoriasis guttate all over my body seven weeks ago after a strep infection. Two weeks later, I got my diagnosis and got a creme - Calcipotriene or Betamethasone. The cream seems to be working, but I am constantly getting more spots. They are everywhere, even on armpits, intimate par... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Guttate psoriasis is caused by a Streptococcal infection. Guttate psoriasis is psoriasis that is characterized by multiple small scaly plaques that tend to affect most of the body. ‘Gutta’ is Latin for drop; guttate psoriasis looks like a sh... Read Full »
I have a lesion that spreads from the arms to stomach and back. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, It started with a burning sensation on my neck, and then I have noticed red dots in the inner side of my arms. Then it spread to my stomach and back. They itch sometimes. I have a previous history of psoriasis on my knees, but this is different. I also had shingles when I was seven years... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and read your given history. Your case looks like guttate psoriasis. This type of psoriasis occurs in individuals with plaque psoriasis and develops the sudden appearance of an outbreak of red... Read Full »
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