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[Sweet's syndrome].

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  • 1Servicio de Dermatología, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Santiago de Compostela, Facultad de Medicina, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, España. mginartev@medynet.com

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Sweet's syndrome, a neutrophilic dermatosis, presents with painful skin plaques, fever, and elevated neutrophils. It can signal underlying infections, inflammatory diseases, or cancers, requiring prompt diagnosis and management.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Immunology
  • Pathology

Context:

  • Sweet's syndrome is a rare neutrophilic dermatosis.
  • Characterized by acute onset of painful skin plaques, fever, malaise, and leukocytosis.
  • It is a reactive process with diverse triggers.

Purpose:

  • To define Sweet's syndrome and its clinical manifestations.
  • To highlight its association with systemic conditions.
  • To emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis and management.

Summary:

  • Histopathologically, it shows a neutrophil-rich infiltrate.
  • Clinically, it presents with tender plaques, fever, and neutrophilia.
  • It serves as a marker for infections, inflammatory bowel disease, autoimmune disorders, and hematological malignancies.

Impact:

  • Facilitates correct diagnosis of a complex dermatological condition.
  • Aids in identifying underlying systemic diseases associated with Sweet's syndrome.
  • Informs therapeutic strategies for managing this condition and its triggers.