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Somosri Ray¹, Asha Mukherjee, Nandita Chatterjee

¹Department of Paediatrics, VIMS (RKMSP), Kolkata 700026.

Journal of the Indian Medical Association

|December 23, 2011

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Neonatal cutaneous mastocytosis, a rare skin disorder, can present with systemic issues even in infants. This case highlights urticaria pigmentosa in a 3 1/2-month-old, emphasizing potential complications and the need for careful monitoring.

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Area of Science:

Pediatric Dermatology
Hematology
Immunology

Background:

Neonatal cutaneous mastocytosis is a rare infiltrative skin disorder.
While often asymptomatic, systemic involvement can occur at any age.
Urticaria pigmentosa is the most common form of cutaneous mastocytosis.

Observation:

A 3 1/2-month-old female presented with recurrent tense bullae, flushing, and irritability since day 3 of life.
Physical examination revealed Darier sign and dermatographism.
Skin biopsy confirmed urticaria pigmentosa.

Findings:

The infant exhibited deranged liver function.
Treatment included H1 antihistamines and topical glucocorticoids.
The family was counseled on anaphylaxis risks and systemic mastocytosis.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of recognizing neonatal cutaneous mastocytosis and its potential systemic manifestations.
Early diagnosis and management are crucial for preventing severe complications like anaphylaxis.
Long-term monitoring is recommended for infants diagnosed with urticaria pigmentosa.