Parapsoriasis
| Parapsoriasis | |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Dermatology  |
Parapsoriasis refers to one of a group of skin disorders that are characterized primarily by their resemblance to psoriasis (red, scaly lesions), rather than by their underlying cause.
Neoplasms can develop from parapsoriasis.[1] For example, it can develop into cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
The word "parapsoriasis" was formed in 1902.[2]
Classification
The parapsoriasis groups, described and debated for nearly a century, has spawned a confusing nomenclature. There are some authors who prefer to limit the term "parapsoriasis" to large- and small-plaque variants only.[2] However, the following classification scheme is now generally accepted:[3]: 450
- Large-plaque parapsoriasis
- Small-plaque parapsoriasis
- Pityriasis lichenoides
- Lymphomatoid papulosis
See also
- Mycosis Fungoides
- Poikiloderma vasculare atrophicans
- List of cutaneous conditions
References
- PMID 17975354.
- ^ PMID 7026622.
- ISBN 0-07-138076-0.
External links
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