Rapid resolution of severe psoriasis vulgaris in an HIV-positive patient treated with antiretroviral therapy

Dermatologie (Heidelb). 2023 Jan 31. doi: 10.1007/s00105-023-05107-8. Online ahead of print.

ABSTRACT

Psoriasis exacerbation may occur in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). We present the case of a patient with severe psoriasis vulgaris (PASI 34.2) and an initial HIV diagnosis who showed rapid resolution of psoriasis upon initiation of antiretroviral therapy. Antiretroviral therapy is an effective treatment option for HIV-associated psoriasis. Especially in patients with a sudden psoriasis flare-up or resistance to therapy, HIV testing should be considered as knowledge of an underlying infection is elementary to treatment decision-making.

PMID:36720732 | DOI:10.1007/s00105-023-05107-8