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Rapid clearance of extensive juvenile pityriasis rubra pilaris with ixekizumab.

Eun Jae KimKristen CoreyYasin Damji
Published in: Pediatric dermatology (2024)
Juvenile pityriasis rubra pilaris is a rare inflammatory skin disorder currently without any FDA-approved treatments, and lesions can be refractory to conventional treatment with topical corticosteroids, methotrexate, and oral retinoids. We herein present a case of a 6-year-old boy who attained clearance of extensive juvenile pityriasis rubra pilaris within 2 weeks of starting ixekizumab therapy. Therapeutic effect has been durable at 6 months, and patient continues on therapy without adverse effects. Our case highlights a new, rapidly effective treatment option for pediatric patients with this rare condition.
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