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Livedo reticularis with acute rheumatic fever
P Bhargava1, C M Kuldeep, N K Mathur
1Department of Skin, STD and Leprosy, SMS Medical College Hospital, Jaipur, India.
Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|October 16, 2010
Summary
A rare case of livedo reticularis, a skin condition, was observed in a 10-year-old boy diagnosed with acute rheumatic fever. This presentation highlights an unusual manifestation of the disease.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Dermatology
- Rheumatology
Background:
- Acute rheumatic fever (ARF) is an inflammatory condition following streptococcal infection.
- Livedo reticularis is a skin discoloration, typically reticular, caused by impaired blood flow.
- Cutaneous manifestations of ARF are uncommon, with livedo reticularis being exceptionally rare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of livedo reticularis in a pediatric patient with acute rheumatic fever.
- To discuss the potential association between livedo reticularis and acute rheumatic fever.
Main Methods:
- Case report of a 10-year-old boy.
- Clinical examination and diagnosis of acute rheumatic fever.
- Documentation of the extent and pattern of livedo reticularis.
Main Results:
- The patient presented with widespread livedo reticularis affecting the entire body, sparing only the face.
- The diagnosis of acute rheumatic fever was confirmed.
- Livedo reticularis is an infrequent finding in acute rheumatic fever.
Conclusions:
- Livedo reticularis can be an extremely rare manifestation of acute rheumatic fever in children.
- This case underscores the importance of considering diverse dermatological presentations in pediatric rheumatic diseases.
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