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Panniculitis-like lesions in yersiniosis
Abstract:
Infection with Yersinia enterocolitica usually procedures gastrointestinal symptoms. We here report a severe case of panniculitis-like lesions caused by Yersinia enterocolitica where only mild gastrointestinal symptoms were noticed. Blood samples revealed high Yersinia enterocolitica serotype 3 titres, increased ESR, leucocytosis, and in addition Yersinia enterocolitica was cultured from the faeces. When panniculitis-like lesions are the only clinical manifestation yersiniosis should be considered as a possible cause.
Insights
Yersinia enterocolitica infection can cause severe skin lesions (panniculitis) even with mild gastrointestinal symptoms. This case highlights the importance of considering yersiniosis in unexplained panniculitis.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Dermatology
- Microbiology
Background:
- Yersinia enterocolitica typically causes gastrointestinal illness.
- Panniculitis is an inflammatory condition affecting subcutaneous fat.
Observation:
- A severe case of panniculitis-like lesions was observed.
- The patient presented with only mild gastrointestinal symptoms.
Findings:
- Blood tests showed high Yersinia enterocolitica serotype 3 titers, elevated ESR, and leucocytosis.
- Yersinia enterocolitica was successfully cultured from fecal samples.
Implications:
- Yersiniosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of panniculitis, especially when gastrointestinal symptoms are minimal.
- This case expands the clinical spectrum of Yersinia enterocolitica infections.