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Lipoid Proteinosis

Hitesh C Mittal1, Sunil Yadav2, Sunita Malik3

  • 1Senior Resident, Department of Dentistry, BPS Government Medical College for Women, Khanpur Kalan, Haryana, India.

International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|July 2, 2016
PubMed

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This case report details a 6-year-old boy with lipoid proteinosis, a rare genetic disorder. The condition caused persistent skin and oral ulcers, thickened skin, and voice changes since childhood.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Genetics
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Lipoid proteinosis, also known as hyalinosis cutis et mucosae or Urbach-Wiethe disease, is a rare autosomal recessive disorder.
  • It is characterized by the deposition of hyaline-like material in the skin, mucous membranes, and internal organs.

Observation:

  • A 6-year-old male child presented with a history of recurrent oral and skin ulcerations since childhood.
  • Clinical examination revealed generalized thickening, hardening, and scarring of the skin.
  • Hoarseness of voice was also noted, indicative of laryngeal involvement.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with lipoid proteinosis based on the clinical presentation.
  • The characteristic skin and mucosal changes, along with voice changes, are consistent with this diagnosis.
  • This case highlights the importance of recognizing the diverse manifestations of lipoid proteinosis in pediatric patients.

Implications:

  • Early diagnosis and management of lipoid proteinosis are crucial for improving patient outcomes.
  • Understanding the genetic basis and clinical spectrum of this rare disease aids in better patient care.
  • This case report contributes to the existing literature on lipoid proteinosis, particularly in a pediatric context.

Keywords:
Lipoid proteinosisRecurrent vesicular oral ulcersUrbach-Wiethe disease.

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