Pemphigus vegetans presenting as scrotal tongue

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Pathology

Background:

• Scrotal tongue, characterized by a fissured or grooved appearance of the tongue, can have various underlying causes.
• Differential diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management of lingual abnormalities.

Observation:

• A clinical case presenting with scrotal tongue morphology was documented.
• Detailed histological and immunofluorescent analyses were performed on the affected tissue.

Findings:

• Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of pemphigus vegetans.
• Immunofluorescent studies supported the findings consistent with pemphigus vegetans.

Implications:

• Pemphigus vegetans should be included in the differential diagnosis for scrotal tongue.
• This case highlights the importance of thorough investigation for uncommon presentations of autoimmune blistering diseases.