[Rapid resolution of severe psoriasis vulgaris in an HIV-positive patient treated with antiretroviral therapy]. / Schnelle Abheilung einer schweren Psoriasis vulgaris bei einem HIV-positiven Patienten unter antiretroviraler Therapie.

Psoriasis exacerbation may occur in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). We present the case of a patient with severe psoriasis vulgaris (PASI 34.2) and an initial HIV diagnosis who showed rapid resolution of psoriasis upon initiation of antiretroviral therapy. Antiretroviral therapy is an effective treatment option for HIV-associated psoriasis. Especially in patients with a sudden psoriasis flare-up or resistance to therapy, HIV testing should be considered as knowledge of an underlying infection is elementary to treatment decision-making.