Guttate psoriasis

Guttate psoriasis is a rare form of psoriasis. The majority of people with psoriasis are actually suffering from plaque psoriasis.
There are also other forms of psoriasis which still cause other symptoms:
pustular psoriasis,
psoriatic arthritis,
erythrodermic psoriasis.
Guttate psoriasis: sudden eruption of red spots

Guttate psoriasis is different from plaque psoriasis.
It is manifested by the sudden eruption of small red spots on the body, legs or face.
These spots are in the form of drops from 1 to 10 millimeters in diameter.
It mainly affects children: it is very rare after the age of 30 years.
Note: it is estimated that less than 2% of people with psoriasis have psoriasis in drops.


Angina often the cause of psoriasis drops

In over 60% of cases, the drops in flare-ups are triggered by angina, caused by streptococcal type of bacteria.
The drops appear 2 or 3 weeks after infection and may disappear spontaneously within weeks.
In some cases, however, guttate psoriasis becomes chronic plaque psoriasis.
Drops psoriasis episodes can be recurring if another strep infection.
Note: it may happen that psoriasis occurs as a reaction to a drug.
Guttate psoriasis: often spontaneous disappearance

Generally, guttate psoriasis disappears spontaneously within weeks without treatment.
The application of topical corticosteroids can be effective, but is not recommended if the rash covers a large part of the body, which is often the case.
The use of emollients and skin care and attention are required often sufficient.

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