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[Generalized Amyloid Lichen Associated with Primary Biliary Cholangitis: A Case Report]
Edwin Jesús Pardo Escalera1, Astrid Dzoara Fuentes Cruz2, José Cruz Mendoza Torres3
1Departamento de Dermatología, Hospital General "Dr. Manuel Gea González". Ciudad de México, México. Hospital General Dr. Manuel Gea. González Departamento de Dermatología Hospital General "Dr. Manuel Gea González" Ciudad de México Mexico.
This case report highlights a rare association between amyloid lichen, a common skin condition, and primary biliary cholangitis, an autoimmune liver disease. The findings emphasize the importance of considering systemic conditions in dermatological presentations.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Hepatology
- Immunology
Background:
- Amyloid lichen (AL) is the most common subtype of cutaneous amyloidosis, presenting as itchy papules and plaques.
- Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is an autoimmune liver disease causing cholestasis and fibrosis, characterized by antimitochondrial antibodies.
- The co-occurrence of AL and PBC is infrequently documented.
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