Multiple Granuloma Annulare in a 2-year-old Child

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Pediatric Dermatology
• Pathology

Background:

• Granuloma annulare is a benign inflammatory skin condition of unknown cause.
• It affects both children and adults, often presenting as annular (ring-shaped) lesions.
• Localized granuloma annulare is the most frequent presentation in pediatric cases.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a case of granuloma annulare in a young child.
• To highlight the clinical and histopathological features of this condition in pediatric patients.
• To contribute to the understanding of granuloma annulare presentation in children.

Main Methods:

• Clinical examination of skin lesions.
• Histopathological analysis of skin biopsy.
• Review of relevant medical literature.

Main Results:

• An 18-month-old male child exhibited multiple, progressive annular plaques on his lower extremities.
• Clinical presentation and histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of granuloma annulare.
• The case aligns with the common localized form observed in children.

Conclusions:

• Granuloma annulare can manifest as multiple progressive lesions in young children.
• Early diagnosis through clinical and histopathological evaluation is crucial.
• This case underscores the prevalence of localized granuloma annulare in pediatric populations.