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Late onset Blueberry Muffin Syndrome following congenital rubella

A Vozza1, C Tolone, E M Carrano

  • 1U.O. di Clinica Dermatologica, Seconda Università degli Studi di Napoli, Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia, Napoli, Italy. Antonio.Vozza@unina2.it

Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV
|April 23, 2003
PubMed

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Congenital rubella can manifest as a Blueberry Muffin Rash in infants. This distinctive rash indicates persistent dermal erythropoiesis, a sign of congenital viral infections.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Dermatology
  • Virology

Background:

  • Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) is a preventable teratogenic viral illness.
  • Cutaneous manifestations are common in infants with CRS.
  • Blueberry Muffin Syndrome is a specific dermatological finding associated with fetal infections.

Observation:

  • A 7-month-old female infant presented with a characteristic Blueberry Muffin Rash.
  • The rash consisted of widespread, reddish-blue to magenta maculopapular lesions.
  • These lesions are indicative of extramedullary hematopoiesis within the dermis.

Findings:

  • The infant's presentation confirmed a diagnosis of congenital rubella.
  • The Blueberry Muffin Rash was attributed to persistent dermal erythropoiesis.
  • This finding highlights a key clinical sign of congenital viral infections.

Implications:

  • Early recognition of Blueberry Muffin Rash aids in diagnosing congenital viral infections like rubella.
  • Prompt diagnosis allows for appropriate management and genetic counseling.
  • Understanding this cutaneous manifestation is crucial for pediatricians and neonatologists.

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