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Recognition of Epidermal Transglutaminase by IgA and Tissue Transglutaminase 2 Antibodies in a Rare Case of Rhesus Dermatitis

Recognition of Epidermal Transglutaminase by IgA and Tissue Transglutaminase 2 Antibodies in a Rare Case of Rhesus Dermatitis

Published on: December 15, 2011

Agminate lichen aureus.

Violeta Duarte Tortelly¹, Roberto Souto da Silva¹, Amanda Nascimento Cavalleiro de Macedo Mota¹

¹University of the State of Rio de Janeiro, Pedro Ernesto University Hospital, Rio de JaneiroRJ, Brazil.

Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia

|December 19, 2013

Summary

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Lichen aureus, a rare pigmented purpura variant, typically presents as asymptomatic brownish lesions on the lower limbs. This case highlights a confluent agminate pattern, aiding in diagnosis.

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Recognition of Epidermal Transglutaminase by IgA and Tissue Transglutaminase 2 Antibodies in a Rare Case of Rhesus Dermatitis

Recognition of Epidermal Transglutaminase by IgA and Tissue Transglutaminase 2 Antibodies in a Rare Case of Rhesus Dermatitis

Published on: December 15, 2011

Area of Science:

Dermatology
Pathology

Background:

Lichen aureus is a rare, chronic, benign variant of pigmented purpura.
It commonly affects the lower extremities, presenting as coppery or golden macules and papules.

Observation:

This report details a specific case of lichen aureus.
The case exhibited a confluent morphological pattern, termed agminate lichen aureus.

Findings:

Diagnosis of lichen aureus relies on clinical and histopathological examination.
Dermatoscopy is a valuable adjunct for presumptive diagnosis.

Implications:

Recognizing the agminate pattern of lichen aureus can aid in clinical diagnosis.
Further research into dermatoscopic patterns may improve diagnostic accuracy for rare skin conditions.