[The colloid milium: An observation associated with trichinosis]

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Histopathology

Background:

• Colloid milium presents in four distinct clinical forms.
• Adult colloid milium is a rare dermatological condition.

Observation:

• A 56-year-old man presented with pruritus, myalgia, and digestive issues.
• He developed yellowish lesions on his jawline and neck over a decade.

Findings:

• Histopathology confirmed colloid milium in the observed lesions.
• The patient's symptoms were initially suggestive of trichinosis.

Implications:

• The etiology and treatment for colloid milium remain largely unknown.
• The association with trichinosis in this case is considered coincidental.