Pustular PsoriasisPustular psoriasis is a type of psoriasis that's usually seen in adults. The pustular psoriasis patient develops white pustules, which are blisters of noninfectious pus, surrounded by red skin. The pus consists of white blood cells. Pustular psoriasis is not an infection, nor is pustular psoriasis contagious. It IS a relatively unusual form of psoriasis and it affects fewer than 5 percent of all psoriasis sufferers. Pustular psoriasis may appear only in certain areas of the body, like the hands and feet. But pustular psoriasis can also be generalized, covering most of the body. It begins with a reddening of the skin followed by formation of pustules and scaling. Pustular psoriasis reportedly has been triggered by internal medications, irritating topical agents, overexposure to UV light, pregnancy, steroids, infections, emotional stress and sudden withdrawal of medications. There are several different types of pustular psoriasis. The National Psoriasis Foundation website offers a detailed description of the different kinds of pustular psoriasis. Click on pustular psoriasis. | 
