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Pallavi Goyal1, Surabhi Dayal1, Priyadarshini Sahu1
1Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana, India.
Livedo reticularis (LR) is a skin condition causing a net-like rash. This case study details a 30-year-old male with persistent LR, treated with pentoxifylline and nifedipine, showing mild improvement.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Livedo reticularis (LR) is a reticular skin discoloration.
- It can manifest with progressive ischemia and diffuse cutaneous involvement.
- LR may occur with or without systemic diseases.
Observation:
- A 30-year-old male presented with a 4-year history of asymptomatic, red, net-like rash.
- Laboratory tests were conducted to exclude systemic involvement.
- Skin biopsy revealed perivascular mononuclear cell infiltrate, arteriolar wall thickening, lumen obliteration, and dermal collagenization.
Findings:
- Histopathological findings confirmed the diagnosis of Livedo reticularis.
- The patient exhibited a chronic, widespread cutaneous presentation.
- No underlying systemic disease was identified.
Implications:
- This case highlights the diagnostic approach to Livedo reticularis.
- Treatment with oral pentoxifylline and nifedipine showed mild therapeutic benefit.
- Further research may explore optimal management strategies for chronic Livedo reticularis.
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