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SCLEREDEMA DIABETICORUM; A RARE DISEASE.
Amber Waqar1, Saleh Khurshied1, Mahvish Aftab Khan1
1Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad-Pakistan.
Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC
|November 25, 2024
Summary
Scleredema Diabeticorum (SD) is a rare skin condition in diabetics causing neck and shoulder stiffness. This debilitating disease presents a significant management challenge with limited treatment options.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Scleredema Diabeticorum (SD) is a rare, chronic diabetic complication.
- Characterized by dermal mucin deposition leading to skin induration and swelling.
Observation:
- A 48-year-old female with uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus presented with thickened skin on her posterior neck.
- Symptoms included restricted neck and shoulder movement, impacting daily function.
Findings:
- The patient experienced a functional decline from Class I to II.
- This led to secondary psychological distress, including insomnia and depression.
Implications:
- Scleredema Diabeticorum presents a long, debilitating course.
- Effective management strategies and treatment options for SD remain limited, posing a significant clinical challenge.
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