Diagnostic criteria

Generalised Pustular Psoriasis

  • Primary, sterile, macroscopically visible epidermal pustules on non-acral skin (excluding cases where pustulation is restricted to psoriatic plaques)
  • With or without systemic inflammation
  • With or without plaque psoriasis
  • Either relapsing (>1 episode) or persistent (> 3 months)

 

Palmar Plantar Pustulosis

  • Primary, persistent (> 3 months), sterile, macroscopically visible epidermal pustules on palms and/or soles
  • With or without plaque-type psoriasis

 

Acrodermatitis Continua of Hallopeau

  • Primary, persistent (> 3 months), sterile, macroscopically visible pustules affecting the nail apparatus
  • With or without plaque psoriasis