It is quite common for a throat infection like tonsillitis to trigger a mild skin flare-up called guttate psoriasis. The primary step is treating the underlying infection. If bacterial, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics (like amoxicillin or penicillin). For pain and fever, paracetamol or ibuprofen helps. For the early-stage psoriasis, topical treatments are highly effective; these include moisturizing creams to soothe the skin and mild topical corticosteroids (such as hydrocortisone) to reduce redness and inflammation. Often, once the throat infection clears, the skin issues improve significantly. Please consult your doctor for a tailored treatment plan.
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