Palmoplantar Psoriasis Treatment with Topical Roflumilast 0.3%

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Diego Ruiz Dasilva

Keywords

Palmoplantar Psoriasis, Topical Roflumilast treatment for Palmoplantar Psoriasis, Topical Roflumilast

Abstract

Palmoplantar psoriasis is a manifestation of psoriasis that includes pustules, scales, and erythematous hyperkeratotic plaques on the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet. Despite being limited to these regions, palmoplantar psoriasis is difficult to treat and imposes a greater level of quality-of-life burden compared to plaque psoriasis. We describe a case of palmoplantar psoriasis refractory topical corticosteroid and dupilumab that was successfully treated with topical roflumilast 0.3% once daily.

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