Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is arare, severe skin condition with recurrentpustules and unpredictable flares, causingdiscomfort and potentially life-threatening complications.Compared to patients with plaquepsoriasis, patients with GPP have a higherburden of illness and suffer from increasedpsychological distress.Unmet needs in GPP management includelimited awareness, misdiagnosis, and thelack of guidelines for treatment selection.Raising awareness, educating patients, andstreamlining the patient journey canoptimize GPP management.Introduction of novel therapies, likespesolimab, offers hope for effectivetreatment, potentially reducing mortalityand hospitalization
Commentary: Unmet Needs in Generalized Pustular Psoriasis in Clinical Practice
Paolo Gisondi
2023-01-01
Abstract
Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is arare, severe skin condition with recurrentpustules and unpredictable flares, causingdiscomfort and potentially life-threatening complications.Compared to patients with plaquepsoriasis, patients with GPP have a higherburden of illness and suffer from increasedpsychological distress.Unmet needs in GPP management includelimited awareness, misdiagnosis, and thelack of guidelines for treatment selection.Raising awareness, educating patients, andstreamlining the patient journey canoptimize GPP management.Introduction of novel therapies, likespesolimab, offers hope for effectivetreatment, potentially reducing mortalityand hospitalization
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