Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2022, Vol. 55 ›› Issue (10): 928-931.doi: 10.35541/cjd.20200609

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Treatment of impetigo herpetiformis

Zou Meirong, Wang Sheng   

  1. Department of Dermatology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
  • Received:2020-06-16 Revised:2021-01-20 Online:2022-10-15 Published:2022-10-08
  • Contact: Wang Sheng E-mail:wangsheng1892@126.com
  • Supported by:
    Key Technology R&D Program of the Science and Technology Department of Sichuan Province(2020YFS0197); Popularized Application Project of Sichuan Provincial Health Commission (19PJ103)

Abstract: 【Abstract】 Impetigo herpetiformis, also known as generalized pustular psoriasis of pregnancy, is generally considered as a rare subtype of pustular psoriasis that occurs during pregnancy. Current treatment includes systemic and topical glucocorticoids, cyclosporine, biologic agents, antibiotics, phototherapy, granulocyte and monocyte apheresis. This review summarizes treatment strategies for impetigo herpetiformis.

Key words: Psoriasis, Pregnant women, Glucocorticoids, Cyclosporine, Biological agents, Impetigo herpetiformis