Novel Approaches to Diagnosing and Treating Generalized Pustular Psoriasis - Episode 3

Approaches to Diagnosing GPP and Distinguishing It From Other Psoriatic Conditions

Published on: March 8, 2025

Aaron Farberg, MD, FAAD , Harrison Nguyen, MD, MBA, MPH, FAAD , Boni Elewski, MD, FAAD , Johann Gudjonsson, MD, PhD, FAAD

Panelists discuss their typical approach to diagnosing generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP), including key clinical features and how they distinguish GPP from other psoriatic conditions such as plaque psoriasis based on presentation and diagnostic criteria.

Video content above is prompted by the following:

EP. 1: Clinical Presentation and Burden of Disease of Generalized Pustular Psoriasis

EP. 2: Impact of GPP Triggers and Flares on a Patient’s Physical and Mental Health

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EP. 3: Approaches to Diagnosing GPP and Distinguishing It From Other Psoriatic Conditions

EP. 4: Challenges for Making a Timely GPP Diagnosis

Let’s take a step back for a bit and talk about the diagnosis of GPP. What is your typical approach to diagnosing a patient with GPP?
How do you distinguish GPP from other psoriatic conditions, such as plaque psoriasis?