A Review of Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris and Rheumatologic Associations
Pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) is a rare group of hyperkeratotic, papulosquamous disease that can be acquired or inherited. There have been reported cases of rheumatologic associations, mainly arthritis and dermatomyositis. In this review article, we will explore...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2004-01-01
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| Series: | Clinical and Developmental Immunology |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10446670410001670008 |
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| Summary: | Pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) is a rare group of hyperkeratotic,
papulosquamous disease that can be acquired or inherited. There
have been reported cases of rheumatologic associations, mainly arthritis
and dermatomyositis. In this review article, we will explore the clinical
presentation and classification, rheumatologic associations and treatment
modalities of PRP. In addition, we will also report a case of PRP with seronegative arthritis. |
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| ISSN: | 1740-2522 1740-2530 |