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Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a rare type of psoriasis that can present in a variety of forms. [1] Unlike the most general and common forms of psoriasis, GPP usually covers the entire body and with pus-filled blisters rather than plaques. GPP can present at any age, but is rarer in young children.
Acute GPP typically requires inpatient management including both topical and systemic therapy, and supportive measures. [3] Systemic glucocorticoid withdrawal is a common causative agent. [ 4 ] Withdrawal or administration of certain drugs in the patient's previous medication regimen may be required.
Pustulosis is highly inflammatory skin condition resulting in large fluid-filled blister-like areas - pustules. Pustulosis typically occurs on the palms of the hands and/or the soles of the feet. The skin of these areas peels and flakes . [1]
Nasal surgery is a specialty including the removal of nasal obstruction that cannot be achieved by medication and nasal reconstruction. Currently, it comprises four approaches, namely rhinoplasty, septoplasty, sinus surgery, and turbinoplasty, targeted at different sections of the nasal cavity in the order of their external to internal positions.
Papulopustular rosacea presents with some permanent redness with red bumps (papules); some pus-filled pustules can last 1–4 days or longer. This subtype is often confused with acne. Phymatous rosacea is most commonly associated with rhinophyma, an enlargement of the nose. Signs include thickening skin, irregular surface nodularities, and ...
Some people will pinch the bridge of their nose shut while blowing, but research has found that blowing your nose without pinching is safer and better at getting rid of mucus.
Pustule: A pustule is a small elevation of the skin usually consisting of necrotic inflammatory cells. [30] Cyst: A cyst is an epithelial-lined cavity. [10] Wheal: A wheal is a rounded or flat-topped, pale red papule or plaque that is characteristically evanescent, disappearing within 24 to 48 hours.
The endoscopic approach to FESS is a less invasive method than open sinus surgery, which allows patients to be more comfortable during and after the procedure. Entering the surgical field via the nose, rather than through an incision in the mouth as in the previous Caldwell-Luc method, decreases risk of damaging nerves which innervate the teeth ...