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Distributive Shock in a Case of Erythrodermic Psoriasis Associated With Bacteremia From Multiple Opportunistic Pathogens: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Erythrodermic psoriasis is a specific form of psoriasis that can present with life-threatening complications and complex management. Circulatory shock and bacterial infection related to the skin lesions are among the causes that can lead to the patient's death. Furthermore, alterations of these patients' bacterial flora could be involved in the development of the pathology and its complications. We report here the case of a 59-year-old female with erythrodermic psoriasis who presented with severe distributive shock and bacteremia caused by multiple opportunistic pathogens, resulting in a fatal outcome in less than 48 hours.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.99131

Author: Halit Özel

Institution: Université Libre de Bruxelles

Language: English

Topic: Psoriasis: Treatment and Pathogenesis

Subfield: Immunology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7115016004