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Schamberg's disease - an unusual presentation.
S R Sengupta1, S Malakar, K Lahiri
1Department of Dermatology and Venereology, IPGMER (SSKM Hospital), Calcutta and from Duncans Gleneagles Clinic and Research Centre, Calcutta, India.
Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|October 15, 2010
Summary
This case report details an unusual presentation of Schamberg
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Vascular disorders
Background:
- Schamberg's disease is a progressive pigmented purpuric dermatosis.
- Typically affects the lower extremities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of Schamberg's disease.
- Highlight an atypical localization of the condition.
Main Methods:
- Clinical case presentation.
- Review of dermatological literature.
Main Results:
- A 28-year-old male presented with typical Schamberg's disease lesions.
- The lesions were located on the right forearm, an unusual site.
Conclusions:
- Schamberg's disease can present in extralimbic locations.
- This case expands the known spectrum of clinical presentations for this condition.
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