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An Unusual Presentation of Morphea: A Case Report
Asiya Al Badi1, Maryam Al-Khamisani2
1General Practice, Directorate of Primary Health Care, Al Buraimi, OMN.
Cureus
|December 16, 2024
Summary
Morphea, a skin fibrosis condition, can present as linear cords. This case study shows a young woman with neck cords experiencing improvement with topical corticosteroids and tacrolimus.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Morphea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition.
- It involves skin fibrosis and presents diversely.
- Understanding its varied manifestations is key for diagnosis.
Observation:
- A young woman presented with asymptomatic, progressive, indurated linear cords on her neck.
- The lesions were noted for their unusual presentation.
- Clinical examination and histopathology confirmed the diagnosis.
Findings:
- Diagnosis of morphea was established through clinical assessment and histopathological examination.
- The patient exhibited a positive response to treatment.
- Combined therapy of topical corticosteroids and topical tacrolimus was effective.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering morphea in patients with linear skin lesions.
- Topical corticosteroids and tacrolimus offer a viable treatment option for morphea.
- Further research into managing diverse morphea presentations is warranted.
