Balanitis psoriaticaN48.1

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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psoriasis glandis

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Manifestation of psoriasis vulgaris on the glans penis.

Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.

Solitary or multiple, sharply delimited, inflammatory reddened, infiltrated flocks covered with nacreous scales.

Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.

Erythroplasia, balanoposthitis chronica circumscripta plasmacellularis, balanitis candidamycetica ( candidiasis).

External therapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Initially 1-2 times/day mild glucocorticoid creams, e.g. 0.5% hydrocortisone in zinc containing base R127. Alternatively, low doses of dithranol paste (0.05%) or Ciclosporin A adhesive paste can be used. Later caring, anti-inflammatory measures (e.g. pasta zinci mollis, zinc oil). Insertion of gauze compresses into the preputial space.

Internal therapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Systemic therapy if necessary, see below psoriasis vulgaris.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer