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  • Dermatology
  • Podiatry
  • Medical Case Reports

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  • Ainhum is an acquired condition characterized by a constricting band on the fifth toe.
  • It is historically associated with individuals of African descent and is rarely documented in India.
  • Untreated ainhum can lead to progressive, mutilating deformities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of ainhum in India.
  • To highlight the importance of early diagnosis and differentiation from pseudo ainhum.
  • To emphasize the potential for early intervention to prevent disease progression.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical case presentation.
  • Review of relevant medical literature on ainhum and pseudo ainhum.
  • Diagnostic differentiation based on clinical presentation and patient history.

Main Results:

  • A case of ainhum involving the left fifth toe was identified.
  • Early signs of ainhum were also observed on other toes.
  • The condition required careful evaluation to distinguish it from pseudo ainhum.

Conclusions:

  • Ainhum, though rare, should be considered in the differential diagnosis of toe abnormalities, even in regions where it is infrequently reported.
  • Prompt identification and management are essential to avert disfigurement.
  • Distinguishing ainhum from pseudo ainhum is critical for appropriate treatment and prognosis.