Treatment of Psoriasis in the Deployed Setting

Bongiorno MA, Rivard SC, Meyerle JH 15(2). 12 - 15 (Journal Article)

Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated disorder that can be triggered by environmental changes, illness, smoking, or medications. This case describes a 25-year-old, activeduty Marine Corps Sergeant with a severe perideployment psoriatic flare, and illustrates treatment limitations, restricted access to specialized care, and the importance of mitigating triggers in the deployed setting.

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