Term info
database cross reference
- MSH:D011565
- SNOMEDCT_US:9014002
- UMLS:C0033860
comment
The label Psoriaform dermatitis is used to emphasize that this term is meant to describe the morhpological abnormality of the skin and not all of the manifestations of the disease psoriasis (which can also include itching and nail pitsand other manifestations).
definition
A skin abnormality characterized by redness and irritation, with thick, red skin that displays flaky, silver-white patches (scales).
has exact synonym
Psoriasis
id
HP:0003765