Chilblain-like leukaemia cutis

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Hematology
• Oncology

Background:

• Chilblain (pernio) is an inflammatory condition triggered by cold, damp environments.
• Persistent or unusual chilblain lesions warrant investigation for systemic diseases.
• Leukaemia cutis describes leukaemic cell infiltration of the skin.

Observation:

• A case of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is presented.
• The patient exhibited symptoms resembling chilblain.
• These lesions were diagnosed as leukaemia cutis.

Findings:

• This case highlights an unusual presentation of acute myeloid leukaemia.
• Leukaemia cutis can manifest as chilblain-like lesions.
• Early recognition of atypical skin lesions is crucial.

Implications:

• Dermatologists and oncologists should consider leukaemia cutis in patients with atypical chilblain.
• This presentation underscores the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in diagnosing rare conditions.
• Investigating persistent skin lesions can lead to early diagnosis of hematologic malignancies.