Inverse Psoriasis: A Review of Topical Therapies. Issue 1 (December 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Levy, Zachary; Taliercio, Mark; Nia, John K.; Kimmel, Grace; Hashim, Peter W.
• Is Part Of: Journal of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Volume 2:Issue 1(2016)
• Page Start: 38
• Page End: 43
• Publication Date: 2016-12
• Subjects: psoriasis -- inverse psoriasis -- flexural psoriasis -- topical therapies -- corticosteroids; Psoriasis -- Periodicals; Psoriasis -- Treatment -- Periodicals; Psoriatic arthritis -- Periodicals; Psoriatic arthritis -- Treatment -- Periodicals; Electronic journals; 616.722
• DOI: 10.1177/247553031600200106
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2475-5303

Abstract

Inverse psoriasis, also known as intertriginous or flexural psoriasis, remains a challenging condition to treat. For decades, the mainstay therapy approach has been low-potency steroids for short durations due to the risk of cutaneous atrophy and striae. Other topical options include immunomodulators, vitamin D analogues, and tar-based products. In this paper, we review the literature on the treatment options available for inverse psoriasis.